Cocamidopropyl Betaine: Cleansing, Hair Care & Skin Benefits

Características

INCI: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
CAS: 61789-40-0
EC: 263-058-8, 931-296-8
Funções: antistatic, cleansing, foam boosting, hair conditioning, surfactant, viscosity controlling

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Skin Type

▲ Oily ▲ Combination ▲ Normal ▲ Sensitive ▲ Acne-Prone

Hair Concern

▲ Scalp Health

Application Area

▲ Face ▲ Body ▲ Hair ▲ Scalp

1-propanaminium, 3-amino-n-(carboxymethyl)-n,n-dimethyl-, n-coco acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts

Descrição

Super common ingredient in all kinds of cleansing products: face and body washes, shampoos and foam baths.

Number one reason for its popularity has to do with bubbles. Everyone loves bubbles. And cocamidopropyl betaine is great at stabilizing them.

The other reason is that it’s mild and works very well combined with other cleansing agents and surfactants. The art of cleansing is usually to balance between properly cleansing but not over-cleansing and cocamidopropyl betaine is helpful in pulling off this balance right.

Oh, and one more nice thing: even though it’s synthetic it’s highly biodegradable.

More info on CAPB on Collins Beaty Pages.

Perguntas frequentes sobre Cocamidopropyl Betaine

What is cocamidopropyl betaine used for in cosmetics?

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cleansing surfactant and foam booster made from coconut fatty acids. It helps products like shampoos, face washes, body washes, and toothpastes spread easily, lift away oil and dirt, and feel less harsh than some stronger cleansers. It is usually included to improve the texture and cleansing performance of a formula rather than to treat skin or hair.

Is cocamidopropyl betaine good for hair?

It can be good for hair because it cleans without being as stripping as some stronger surfactants. That makes it common in shampoos for normal to dry hair, or in formulas meant to be milder. On its own it is not a conditioning ingredient, so the overall shampoo formula matters more than this ingredient alone.

Is cocamidopropyl betaine good for skin?

In rinse-off products, it can be a useful mild cleanser and helps create a creamy foam. For many people it is well tolerated, but it can still irritate very sensitive skin, especially in leave-on products or when used with other strong surfactants. Whether it feels good on skin depends a lot on the full formula and how often it is used.

Can cocamidopropyl betaine cause an allergy or irritation?

Yes, it can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in some people, although true allergy is less common than simple irritation. Reactions are usually linked to the ingredient itself or to trace impurities from manufacturing, and they can show up as redness, itching, or a burning feeling. If you suspect a reaction, stop using the product and consider patch testing with a dermatologist.

Is cocamidopropyl betaine the same as coco betaine?

They are often used as similar names for related cleansing ingredients, but they are not always exactly the same thing. In ingredient lists, “cocamidopropyl betaine” is the specific INCI name, while “coco betaine” usually refers to a closely related betaine surfactant made from coconut-derived fatty acids. Because naming can vary by manufacturer, it is best to check the full ingredient list rather than assuming they are identical.

Produtos com Cocamidopropyl Betaine (14 320 total)

Cabelo

Shampoos 5041 Condicionadores e máscaras 213 Crescimento e anticaída 110 Esfoliantes para couro cabeludo 81 Coloração capilar 61 Modelagem capilar 56 Cuidado sem enxague 48

Cuidado facial

Limpeza facial 3001 Esfoliantes e peelings 191 Máscaras faciais 67 Tonificação facial 27 Cremes e hidratantes 18 Séruns e essências 18 Cuidado para olhos 6 Cuidado labial 5 Protetor solar facial 4

Cuidado corporal

Géis de banho e espumas 1831 Esfoliantes corporais 119 Higiene íntima 50 Cremes e loções corporais 26 Protetor solar corporal e autobronzeador 23 Depilação 8 Anticelulite e estrias 2

Maquiagem

Removedores de maquiagem 36 Bases e fundos de maquiagem 7 Pós, iluminadores e blush 1

Mãos e unhas

Cremes para mãos 8 Cuidado de cutículas 1 Esmaltes para unhas 1 Tratamentos para unhas 1

Pés

Cremes para pés 1 Esfoliantes para pés 1 Tratamento de calos e calosidades 1

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Sinónimos

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