Cocamide MEA
Cocamide MEA
A coconut-derived foam booster and viscosity enhancer used in cleansing products. It helps create a richer lather and improve product texture.
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Safety: Generally well tolerated by most skin types.
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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 monoethanolamine
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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