Amino-acid surfactant
MYRISTOYL METHYL BETA-ALANINE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A fatty-acyl amino-acid surfactant derived from beta-alanine, used for gentle cleansing and conditioning. The amino-acid surfactant class has a well-established mild profile relative to sulfates.
Skin benefits
- Mild amino-acid derived surfactant
- Skin-friendly cleansing with low irritation
- Compatible with sensitive-skin formulations
- Often used as a conditioning co-surfactant
Known concerns
- Limited stand-alone CIR file under this exact INCI
- Performance varies by formulation pH
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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