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BETA-GLUCAN HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A cationic beta-glucan — a sugar polymer modified to attach to skin and hair for soothing and conditioning. Mild, with no major concerns at cosmetic levels.

Skin benefits

  • Cationic polysaccharide derived from beta-glucan
  • Hair conditioning and skin substantivity
  • Mild antistatic effect
  • Plant/yeast derived backbone

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium — mild eye irritant in concentrated form
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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