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Surfactant

PALMAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A palm-oil amphoteric surfactant — the cocamidopropyl betaine of the palm world. Same gentle cleansing and foam-boosting role, with the same allergen-by-impurity caveat plus palm sourcing concerns.

Function

ANTISTATICCLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric cleanser
  • Boosts foam and viscosity
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants

Known concerns

  • Cocamidopropyl-betaine-style sensitisation potential
  • Palm-oil sustainability concerns
  • Trace amidoamine impurity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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