Hair Conditioning
QUATERNIUM-87
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cationic conditioning agent used in skin and hair products to improve smoothness and emulsion stability. Class profile is well-tolerated though substance-specific data is thin.
Skin benefits
- Cationic emulsifier and conditioner
- Improves spreadability
- Useful in hair and skin care
Known concerns
- Cationic surfactants can mildly irritate at high %
- Limited public toxicology data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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