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Surfactant

STEARAMIDE DIBA-STEARATE

CAS 60209-70-3
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A stearic-acid amide-stearate used to boost foam, thicken cleansers and opacify formulas. Generally well tolerated as a fatty surfactant adjunct — solid yellow.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGOPACIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Foam booster in cleansers
  • Increases viscosity and richness
  • Opacifies clear formulas
  • Long-chain fatty derivative

Known concerns

  • DIBA portion contains a tertiary amine — minor pH/quality issue
  • Limited public CIR dossier for this combination
  • Possible mild irritation at high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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