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COCO-MORPHOLINE OXIDE.

Valuable CAS 68784-65-6 / ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, SURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE

A high-performance amine oxide surfactant and conditioning agent that bridges the gap between deep cleansing and skin barrier respect. It is primarily utilized to enhance foam stability and optimize the viscosity of liquid formulations while mitigating the potential harshness of primary surfactants.

Summary

Surfactant Cleansing Agent Foam Booster Conditioning Agent Viscosity Increasing Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

It functions by reducing the surface tension of water, enabling the formulation to encapsulate and lift oil-based debris and environmental pollutants from the skin's surface. As an amphoteric-type surfactant, it provides conditioning benefits and acts as a hydrotrope to maintain the clarity and stability of complex ingredient blends.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.07–4%
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical evaluations of amine oxides at 7.5% concentration demonstrated a lack of sensitization potential, although mild cutaneous irritation was observed at these elevated levels, supporting a lower use threshold for leave-on and rinse-off applications.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.07%
Red flag below
4%

While not a typical 'active' target for marketing dusting, concentrations below 0.07% fail to provide the necessary surfactant and viscosity-building properties. Conversely, exceeding 4.0% increases the risk of skin and scalp irritation.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in aqueous systems; functions effectively as a co-surfactant to improve the mildness of anionic-based cleansing systems.

Synergies

  • Anionic surfactants
  • Glycerin
  • Cationic conditioning agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
4%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel considers this ingredient safe within the 0.07% to 4.0% range. Users with hyper-reactive or compromised skin barriers should perform a patch test if concentrations are not disclosed.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A reliable and multi-functional co-surfactant that improves formula texture and cleansing efficacy without the high sensitization risks associated with harsher detergents.

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