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Surfactant

CAPRYL/CAPRAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild amphoteric surfactant from caprylic/capric coconut acids. Cleans gently and softens harsher cleansers. Generally safe; rare sensitisation tied to amidoamine impurities.

Function

ANTISTATICCLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric coconut-based surfactant
  • Reduces irritation of harsher cleansers
  • Boosts foam in mild systems

Known concerns

  • May contain trace amidoamine impurities (sensitiser)
  • Coconut-derived allergy possible
  • Less established than cocamidopropyl betaine

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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