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PALMITOLEAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE LACTATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A cationic amidoamine conditioning surfactant neutralised with lactic acid. Family is mild for hair/skin; main caveat is avoiding nitrosating co-ingredients.

Function

ANTISTATIC

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning surfactant
  • Soft skin and hair feel
  • Mild antistatic

Known concerns

  • Tertiary amide-amines can form trace nitrosamines if combined with nitrosating agents
  • Mild eye-sting potential
  • Limited specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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