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Surfactant

LAURAMIDE MIPA

CAS 142-54-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Lauramide MIPA — a fatty alkanolamide foam booster and thickener used in shampoos and cleansers. Effective but in the same class as DEA/MIPA amides that can form nitrosamines under poor formulation conditions.

Skin benefits

  • Foam stabilization
  • Mild thickening
  • Lather conditioning

Known concerns

  • Possible nitrosamine formation with nitrosating partners
  • Mild irritation at higher use
  • Better alternatives now exist

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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