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Cocamide DEA

Cocamide DEA
🫧 Surfactant ↗🫧 Foaming Agent ↗🫙 Thickener ↗

A coconut-derived ingredient used to boost foam and improve the texture of cleansing products. It also contributes to formulation viscosity.

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Safety: May cause irritation in sensitive individuals. Regulatory restrictions vary by region.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
1/5 — Very low likelihood
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Cocamide diethanolamine
Functions
🫧 Surfactant
Reduces surface tension between oil and water
🫧 Foaming Agent
Produces lather
🫙 Thickener
Adjusts the viscosity and texture of the formula.
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Found in these products
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Ceramide Foaming Cleanser
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