Hair Conditioning
SAPONINYL ACETOSTEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A quaternised tea saponin — a plant-derived cationic conditioner for hair. Works well in conditioners; quaternary ammonium chemistry means eye-area caution.
Saponinyl acetosteardimonium chloride is the quaternised derivative of tea saponins with a stearyl dimethyl ammonium chloride headgroup. The cationic structure gives it strong affinity for negatively charged hair surfaces, delivering conditioning and antistatic benefits. As a quat it shares the class profile — good at substantive conditioning, potentially irritating to eyes and mucous membranes at elevated concentrations. Public toxicology data specific to this INCI are limited. No EU restriction applies by name; related quats have been CIR-reviewed favourably at typical use levels. Rinse-off use is best tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic hair conditioning
- Antistatic performance
- Plant-derived quat
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium irritation potential
- Limited specific toxicology data
- Eye-area caution
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.