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OLIVAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A gentle amphoteric surfactant derived from olive oil fatty acids, valued for its skin-compatibility and ability to reduce irritation from co-formulated anionic surfactants.
Olivamidopropyl betaine is synthesized from olive oil fatty acids (predominantly oleic acid, ~55-80%) attached to an amidopropyl dimethyl glycine betaine structure. It is an amphoteric surfactant with excellent foam building and viscosity modification properties. Not restricted in EU Annex II or III. Oleic acid chain provides good affinity for skin lipids. Widely used in natural and organic cosmetic lines. The olive oil source means possible variation in chain profile depending on feedstock.
Skin benefits
- Gentle cleansing for face and body
- Reduction of irritancy when combined with anionic surfactants
- Emolliency from oleic acid chain profile
Known concerns
- Minor skin and eye irritation possible at high concentrations
- Olive oil source may trigger allergy in individuals with olive pollen sensitivity
- Slight nitrosamine formation potential if secondary amine content is elevated
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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