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Surfactant

AZELAMIDE MEA

CAS 242132-61-2 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A gentle cleansing ingredient derived from azelaic acid that boosts foam and thickens cleansers. Generally well tolerated; some scrutiny on MEA-class chemistry keeps it just inside green.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Azelaic-acid-derived amphoteric surfactant
  • Gentle foam booster and viscosity builder
  • Suitable for sensitive-skin cleansers

Known concerns

  • MEA-class amides have historical concerns about secondary-amine residues
  • Limited independent peer-reviewed data on the specific compound

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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