Hair Conditioning
STEARYL HYDROXYETHYLIMIDONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An imidazolinium hair conditioner — sticks well to hair fibres for sustained smoothness and antistatic effects. Standard quat irritation profile.
Function
Skin benefits
- Imidazolinium-type hair conditioner
- Strong antistatic and detangling
- Good substantivity to hair
Known concerns
- Eye irritation in concentrated form
- Mild skin irritation
- Potential allergen in some users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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