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CAPRIC/LAURIC/MYRISTIC/OLEIC AMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An amphoteric surfactant blend of mixed fatty acid amidopropyl betaines used as a mild cleansing and foaming agent.

Capric/lauric/myristic/oleic amidopropyl betaine is a mixture of fatty acid amidopropyl betaines derived from capric (C10), lauric (C12), myristic (C14), and oleic (C18:1) acids, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent. Betaines are amphoteric surfactants known for their mildness, providing good foaming and cleansing with low irritation potential. Listed in EU CosIng without restrictions, they are considered safe for all cosmetic types including baby products.

Skin benefits

  • Provides mild cleansing action
  • Good foaming properties
  • Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
  • Compatible with other surfactants

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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