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GLYCERYLHYDROXYPROPYL STEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Questionable CAS - / HAIR CONDITIONING

GLYCERYLHYDROXYPROPYL STEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE is a quaternary ammonium salt derivative, chemically characterized by a glycerol component, a 2-hydroxypropyl group, and a fatty amine-based dimethyl ammonium salt. While primarily recognized for its hair conditioning properties, it currently offers no documented benefits for skin within precision skincare contexts.

Summary

Hair Conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

Chemically, GLYCERYLHYDROXYPROPYL STEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE incorporates a glycerol alcohol unit, a 2-hydroxypropyl hydrocarbon residue, and a quaternary dimethyl ammonium salt, typically derived from fatty amines, along with chloride counterions. In cosmetic applications, its principal role is as a hair conditioning agent, enhancing combability, softness, suppleness, shine, and volume of hair fibers. However, specific mechanisms of action beneficial to skin are not detailed in current research, and it is explicitly noted to have no known skin benefits.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not yet assessed the safety of GLYCERYLHYDROXYPROPYL STEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Primarily utilized for its hair conditioning properties, this ingredient offers no known benefits for skin and lacks comprehensive safety reviews relevant to skincare applications.

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