Cationic conditioning surfactant
PPG-24-PEG-21 TALLOWAMINOPROPYLAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A tallow-based cationic conditioning surfactant used in hair products for detangling and smoothing. Effective for hair feel but raises sustainability, ethoxylate purity, and mild irritation considerations.
Skin benefits
- Cationic surfactant suited to hair conditioning and detangling
- Provides antistatic and smoothing effects on hair fibers
- Improves wet combability in rinse-off conditioners
Known concerns
- Tallow-derived component may not align with vegan or sustainability preferences
- Ethoxylated structure can carry trace 1,4-dioxane if not adequately purified
- Cationic surfactants can be irritating to eyes and reactive skin
- Limited public safety review of this exact complex
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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