Amine oxide surfactant
DIHYDROXYETHYL COCAMINE OXIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A mild amine-oxide surfactant from coconut fatty acids. It cleanses gently, boosts foam, and adds slight conditioning in shampoos, body washes, and household-style cleansers used on skin.
Skin benefits
- Mild amphoteric surfactant
- Boosts foam and viscosity in cleansers
- Reduces irritation of anionic surfactants
- Conditions hair and skin slightly
Known concerns
- Amine oxide can mildly irritate eyes and skin
- Trace nitrosamine formation possible if nitrosating agents present
- Coconut-derived allergen possibility (rare)
- Slight cumulative drying at high levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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