Quaternary conditioning agent
AVOCADAMIDOPROPALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A conditioning ingredient with an avocado-oil-derived fatty acid attached to a quaternary nitrogen, giving hair softness, slip, and frizz control. Most often used in rinse-off conditioners.
Skin benefits
- Avocado-derived conditioning quat
- Cuticle smoothing and softness
- Antistatic on dry hair
- Plant-sourced fatty acid chain
Known concerns
- Eye irritation potential
- Alkonium class can be irritating in high leave-on use
- Limited independent leave-on safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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