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DIHYDROXYETHYL COCAMINE OXIDE

CAS 61791-47-7
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A coconut-derived amine oxide surfactant that boosts foaming and acts as a mild cleanser and viscosity modifier in formulations.

Dihydroxyethyl cocamine oxide is an amine oxide surfactant derived from coconut diethanolamine. It functions as a foam booster, viscosity modifier, and mild cleansing agent. Amine oxides are not restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation and are widely used in cosmetic formulations. The dihydroxyethyl group improves water solubility and mildness. Generally considered safe in rinse-off products at normal use concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Enhances foaming performance of formulations
  • Acts as a gentle cleanser
  • Can help control product viscosity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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