Surfactant
DISODIUM WHEATGERMAMPHODIACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A disodium amphodiacetate surfactant from wheat germ oil — a mild cleanser and foam booster with conditioning afterfeel. Strong tolerability in baby and sensitive-skin bases.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild amphoteric cleanser
- Skin and hair conditioning afterfeel
- Suitable for sensitive-skin and baby formulations
Known concerns
- Wheat-protein residue concern in gluten-sensitive users
- Possible mild eye sting at high concentrate
- Limited standalone toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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