Behentrimonium Methosulfate
A mild cationic conditioner from rapeseed oil. It smooths skin and stabilizes cream texture, common in moisturizers. Unrelated to harsh sulfate cleansing surfactants, well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a cationic surfactant, a conditioner based on behenic acid. INCI: Behentrimonium Methosulfate. Despite the word in the name, it is not an aggressive sulfate cleanser but a mild methosulfate quaternium. In a formula it works as a conditioning agent and co-emulsifier: it smooths the surface, removes static, eases hair combing, and gives skin softness. It appears most often in conditioners and hair creams. Pregnancy safety. Systemic absorption through intact skin is low and there is no evidence of harm. It can be used during pregnancy and lactation. Tolerance. One of the mildest quaterniums, with low irritation and allergen potential, suitable for sensitive skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is Behentrimonium Methosulfate safe during pregnancy?
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Behentrimonium Methosulfate for?
Behentrimonium Methosulfate suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Behentrimonium Methosulfate and what does it do in cosmetics?
A mild cationic conditioner from rapeseed oil.
What's the INCI name for Behentrimonium Methosulfate?
The INCI name is Behentrimonium Methosulfate.
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