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PEG-8 DISTEARMONIUM CHLORIDE PG-DIMETHICONE.

Questionable CAS - / HAIR CONDITIONING

PEG-8 DISTEARMONIUM CHLORIDE PG-DIMETHICONE is an ingredient predominantly found in hair care formulations for its conditioning properties. Its role and benefits within precision skincare applications are not clearly established.

Hair Conditioning

Science

This ingredient primarily functions as a hair conditioning agent, contributing to improved combability, softness, suppleness, and shine, and potentially enhancing hair volume. Its specific mechanism of action or efficacy directly pertaining to skin physiology or benefits lacks comprehensive data.


Research

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not yet evaluated the safety of this ingredient. Paula's Choice indicates a potential for irritation, with the risk increasing when formulated alongside other known problematic ingredients. INCIDecoder assigns a medium irritancy rating to this compound.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Questionable

Primarily a hair conditioning agent, this ingredient lacks documented benefits for skin, has not been reviewed for safety by CIR, and presents a moderate risk of irritation, rendering its inclusion in precision skincare questionable.


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