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UNDECYLENAMIDE MEA
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Undecylenamide Mea is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Undecylenamide MEA is the monoethanolamide of undecylenic acid, an unsaturated fatty acid derived from castor oil. It functions as a skin-conditioning agent and carries mild antifungal properties inherent to undecylenic acid, making it useful in foot care and intimate hygiene products. It is not listed in EU Annex II (banned) or Annex III (restricted substances), and has a well-established safety profile in topical preparations with no significant toxicity concerns at cosmetic use levels.
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning and softening
- Natural antifungal properties beneficial for foot and intimate care
- Provides emollient protection
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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