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Hair Conditioning

QUATERNIUM-56

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A quaternary ammonium hair conditioning agent with ethoxylation that improves antistatic feel. Substantive to damaged hair; like all quats, eye exposure in leave-on is the main consideration.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic and conditioning for hair
  • Substantive to damaged hair fibers
  • Useful in rinse-off conditioners

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium — eye irritation potential in leave-on
  • Limited individual cosmetic dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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