Behentrimonium Methosulphate

Behentrimonium Methosulphate is the alternative spelling of the quaternary ammonium conditioning emulsifier methosulfate. It improves combability, adds softness, reduces static, and supports emulsion stability, with generally good tolerability.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Smooths hair for easier combing and adds softness to skin.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Promotes a sleek finish and smoother styling with a lightweight afterfeel, leaving hair looking more polished from root to tip.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Turns up in leave-in sprays, milky lotions, hair milks, and styling creams.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

May cause irritation for some, especially on sensitive scalps or with leave-on use. Avoid eye contact, and patch test first if you're prone to reactions.

Is Behentrimonium Methosulphate a Good Ingredient?

It improves combability and softness and tends to be milder than some other conditioning quats, which is enough for a Good rating. Note that this is just an alternate spelling of the same ingredient, not a different one.

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