Hair Conditioning
SHEABUTTERAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A shea-butter-derived amidoamine hair conditioner — cationic when protonated; softens and detangles.
Sheabutteramidopropyl dimethylamine is an amidoamine made from shea butter fatty acids reacted with dimethylaminopropylamine. In acidic conditioners it protonates to a cationic species that binds damaged hair and smooths cuticles. It is part of the broader amidopropyl-dimethylamine class widely used in hair care. Tertiary amines carry a theoretical nitrosamine-formation risk if formulated with nitrosating agents, a known formulator-managed constraint. No specific CIR monograph on this exact INCI, but close analogs (stearamido-, behenamido-) have been reviewed and considered safe as used.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning with shea-fatty-acid feel
- Reduces static and improves combability
- Plant-based alternative to behenyl amidoamines
Known concerns
- Tertiary amine — nitrosamine concern if combined with nitrosating agents
- Class-typical potential for mild irritation
- Limited independent safety data for this specific INCI
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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