PEG-quat conditioner
PEG-5 OLEAMMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A short-PEG oleyl quaternary ammonium methosulfate used as a hair conditioner and antistatic agent in rinse-off products. Functional with typical quat irritation profile and PEG residual purity concerns.
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioner with antistatic properties
- Renewable oleyl chain from vegetable oils
- Compatible with surfactant systems
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium compounds can cause skin and eye irritation
- PEG component may carry 1,4-dioxane trace impurities
- Methosulfate counterion under some regulatory scrutiny
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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