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COCAMIDE MIPA.

Valuable CAS 68333-82-4 / EMULSION STABILISING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Cocamide MIPA is a versatile nonionic surfactant derived from coconut oil, primarily valued for its ability to reduce surface tension, emulsify oil and water, and enhance foam quality. It also functions as a viscosity modifier, helping to thicken formulations while imparting mild emollient properties to the skin.

Summary

Emulsifying Viscosity Controlling Surfactant Foam Boosting Emollient Penetration Enhancer Anticorrosive

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a nonionic surfactant, Cocamide MIPA effectively lowers the surface tension between liquids, promoting homogeneous product distribution. Its emulsifying capability stabilizes immiscible phases, crucial for creamy textures. It boosts foam volume, structure, and stability, creating a rich lather. Beyond these functional roles, it acts as a viscosity increasing agent, contributing to a desired gel-like consistency. Furthermore, it offers emollient benefits, aiding in skin moisturization and protection, and possesses anticorrosive properties. It may also enhance the penetration of other active ingredients into the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 CIR Safety Assessment of Alkyl Amide MIPA Ingredients

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No data is available regarding dusting or specific efficacy thresholds for Cocamide MIPA.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 6 – 12
0 7 14

Stability

Cocamide MIPA remains stable under typical conditions, however, it is susceptible to oxidation. Optimal storage requires a tightly closed container in a well-ventilated area, shielded from heat and ignition sources.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidising agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
12%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel deemed Cocamide MIPA safe for cosmetic use within current practices and concentrations, provided formulations are non-irritating. While the maximum reported use concentration for Cocamide MIPA is 12% in rinse-off hair bleaches, its use in leave-on dermal products is considerably lower for related alkyl amide MIPA ingredients, with Oleamide MIPA reported at 0.4% in face and neck products. Cocamide MIPA's reported 1% use in body and hand products is also specified as rinse-off.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Cocamide MIPA is a valuable functional ingredient known for its excellent surfactant, emulsifying, and foam-boosting properties, safely used in a wide range of rinse-off and some leave-on formulations.

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