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Surfactant

AVOCADAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

CAS 246865-42-9 Updated
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A mild amidopropyl betaine surfactant from avocado oil — cleanses gently while boosting foam and softening skin. Strong tolerability profile in body and hair washes.

Function

ANTISTATICCLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric cleanser and foam booster
  • Conditioning afterfeel from avocado fatty acids
  • Lower irritation than typical anionic surfactants

Known concerns

  • Amidoamine precursor sensitisation potential (class effect)
  • Possible eye sting at high concentrate
  • Limited standalone toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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