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DI-TEA-COCAMIDE DIACETATE.

Questionable / CHELATING, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

DI-TEA-COCAMIDE DIACETATE is a dual-action cosmetic ingredient that functions as both a chelating agent and a cleansing surfactant. It works to stabilize formulations by binding metal ions and aids in effective skin cleansing by reducing surface tension.

Summary

Chelating Cleansing Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This compound primarily operates via chelation, actively sequestering metal ions that could otherwise compromise the stability and aesthetic integrity of cosmetic products. Concurrently, it serves as a surfactant, effectively lowering the surface tension of liquids, which facilitates the emulsification of water and oil and supports the detachment and removal of fatty and particulate impurities from skin, hair, or teeth.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient requires careful formulation to avoid combination with N-nitrosating agents, as such mixtures can lead to the formation of carcinogenic N-nitroso compounds.

Conflicts

  • N-nitrosating agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Unknown

The CIR Expert Panel found Triethanolamine (TEA), a component of TEA-Cocamide Diacetate, safe when formulated to be non-irritating. However, ethanolamines like TEA must not be used in products containing N-nitrosating agents due to the potential formation of carcinogenic N-nitroso compounds. The European Commission restricts diethanolamine (DEA) in cosmetics to prevent nitrosamine contamination, and TEA-Cocamide Diacetate itself faces 'HIGH Use Restrictions' under EU Cosmetics Directives based on concentration or manufacturing conditions.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While providing chelating and cleansing benefits, DI-TEA-COCAMIDE DIACETATE carries significant safety concerns due to its potential to form carcinogenic N-nitroso compounds, leading to strict regulatory restrictions.

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