A cationic silicone polymer, used as a hair-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Cetyl triethylmonium dimethicone PEG-8 succinate is a siloxane polymer formed by reacting cetyl triethylamine, dimethicone PEG-8 and succinic acid, which gives it a quaternary ammonium group and a polyethylene glycol chain. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in hair care products such as conditioners and shampoos.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the molecular weight of the polymer.
Functions
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.