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SUNFLOWERSEEDAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE.

Avoid / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING

Sunflowerseedamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate is a quaternary ammonium salt, typically derived from sunflower seeds. Its primary applications are within hair care products, where it functions as an antistatic and conditioning agent.

Summary

Antistatic Agent Hair Conditioning Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by leveraging its positive charge to adsorb onto the negatively charged surfaces of hair strands. This electrostatic interaction effectively neutralizes static electricity and contributes to the formation of a protective film, imparting conditioning benefits such as enhanced manageability and reduced frizz.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Specific data regarding 'dusting' or established thresholds for this ingredient are not available in the provided research.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Specific stability parameters and potential incompatibilities for this ingredient were not identified in the research data.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not directly reviewed by CIR.
Sensitization risk Moderate

While SUNFLOWERSEEDAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE has not undergone a direct review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, broader assessments of sunflower-derived ingredients have indicated varying safety profiles, with some lacking sufficient data. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) classifies this ingredient as 'Unacceptable' in its VERIFIED product category, citing concerns such as low-to-moderate risks for allergies and immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity, endocrine disruption, and non-reproductive organ system toxicity. Furthermore, a structurally similar compound, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, is associated with GHS hazard classifications indicating potential to cause skin irritation and serious eye damage.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Despite its purported hair conditioning benefits, the absence of direct CIR safety review, coupled with significant concerns raised by EWG regarding sensitization and various toxicities, renders this ingredient unsuitable for precision skincare formulations.

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