Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a surfactant and hair conditioning ingredient. It’s in 146 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, body lotion and moisturizer. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A conditioning surfactant. Coats hair to smooth it and reduce static.
What it does
Contains Behentrimonium Methosulfate: antistatic
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Behentrimonium Methosulfate: hair-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Behentrimonium Methosulfate: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 74588, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as docosyltrimethylammonium methyl sulphate.
Products that contain Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Vegamour
UPLIFT Volumizing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
cerave
www.cerave.com 3’606000"537729
Lists silicones
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