Hair Conditioning
WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYLDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A combo of hydrolysed wheat protein with a quaternary anchor — gives strong hair conditioning. Carries a real (if rare) sensitisation risk: hydrolysed wheat protein has caused reported anaphylaxis in cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Combined protein and quat hair conditioning
- Improves hair tensile strength
- Smooths cuticle and reduces flyaways
Known concerns
- Hydrolysed wheat protein has documented anaphylaxis reports (face wash usage)
- Gluten-derived — concern for celiac sufferers
- Quaternary ammonium impurity considerations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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