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Surfactant

PEG-3 COCAMIDE DEA

35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A DEA-derived ethoxylated cocamide surfactant. Foams and thickens cleansers. Listed on California Prop 65 and prone to forming carcinogenic nitrosamines — generally avoided in modern formulas.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Foam booster in cleansers
  • Viscosity builder
  • Mild surfactant

Known concerns

  • Listed under California Prop 65 as a carcinogen
  • Forms nitrosamines if used with nitrosating agents
  • Free DEA contamination concern
  • CIR allows only with strict purity controls

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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