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BABASSUAMIDOPROPYLTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE.

Valuable / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

A specialized cationic quaternary ammonium salt derived from babassu oil that acts as a sophisticated conditioning agent and mild emulsifier. It creates a breathable, protective microfilm on the skin's surface to enhance silkiness and maintain moisture levels without a heavy residue.

Summary

Antistatic agent Skin conditioning Emulsifying agent Surfactant Smoothing agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions via electrostatic attraction; its positive charge allows it to bind securely to the naturally negative charge of skin proteins. This adsorption process forms a substantive emollient barrier that smooths the stratum corneum, reduces surface friction, and effectively minimizes transepidermal water loss.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 0.1–5%
Optimal

0.25%

Key findings

  1. 01 Safety assessment by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel establishing safety thresholds for leave-on vs rinse-off applications.
  2. 02 Toxicological evaluations identifying irritation potential when exceeding 5% concentration in experimental models.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.1%
Red flag below
0.05%

Because this ingredient is regulated to a maximum of 0.25% in leave-on skin products, its presence at low numerical values is a matter of safety compliance rather than 'dusting' for marketing purposes.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 3.5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates peak stability in acidic to neutral environments; avoids degradation in formulas with a pH below 8.0.

Synergies

  • Cetearyl Alcohol
  • Fatty Alcohols
  • Non-ionic surfactants

Conflicts

  • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
  • Anionic surfactants
  • Carbomer
  • Strongly anionic thickeners

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
0.25%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Restricted to 0.25% in leave-on products to prevent potential irritation; rinse-off products may safely utilize up to 5%.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

An excellent texturizing and conditioning agent that provides a smooth, non-greasy finish when used within precise regulatory limits.

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