What it is
It helps in enhancing the texture of skincare and haircare products.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations
Pregnancy Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data
Nursing Mothers Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Babies under 2 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products, except those with atopic dermatitis based on currently available data
Children under 12 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children, except those with atopic dermatitis based on currently available data
Individuals with cancer history/risk Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data
Note
- Cocamidopropyl betaine is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products and children except those with atopic dermatitis based on currently available data. This ingredient’s use in paediatric patients with atopic dermatitis should be avoided for leave-on products, as it is categorised as a prevalent sensitizer to those people.
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Natural/Synthetic
Note
- Large scale use of shampoos and other cleansing agents containing this ingredient may cause adverse effects to the aquatic environment.
Attributes
Comedogenicity Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skin Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone skin based on currently available data
Sensitive skin Cocamidopropyl betaine in leave-on products may cause skin irritation
Note
- Cocamidopropyl betaine is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone skin based on currently available data.
- Cocamidopropyl betaine in leave-on products may cause skin irritation.
Conclusion Cocamidopropyl betaine is safe as per the current practice of use.
References
- https://european-union.europa.eu
- https://www.jaad.org
- Hunter, et al., J Surfact Deterg 1.
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in