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Surfactant

ABYSSINIAN/MEADOWFOAMAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A zwitterionic hydroxysultaine surfactant built from Abyssinian and meadowfoam oils. Cleans and conditions gently with low irritation potential, working well in sulfate-free formulations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Mild zwitterionic surfactant suitable for sensitive skin
  • Foam booster with conditioning afterfeel
  • Plant-derived alternative to coco-sultaine

Known concerns

  • Limited public dossier for this specific feedstock
  • Trace amine precursors require quality control
  • May contribute to viscosity/foam variability batch-to-batch

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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