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DIETHYLENE GLYCOLAMINE/EPICHLOROHYDRIN/PIPERAZINE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A cationic copolymer used for conditioning. Cured polymer is inert, but epichlorohydrin (a carcinogen) is a starting monomer; residual control is critical.

Function

FILM FORMINGHAIR FIXING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning polymer
  • Provides film-forming and substantivity
  • Stable in formulation

Known concerns

  • Epichlorohydrin is a known carcinogen — residuals must be controlled
  • Trace impurity risk in finished polymer
  • Not biodegradable
  • Limited published cosmetic toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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