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DISODIUM WHEATGERMAMPHODIACETATE.

Insufficient Data / CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, SURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE

Disodium Wheatgermamphodiacetate is an amphoteric surfactant derived from wheat germ protein hydrolysates. It primarily functions as a mild cleansing agent, a potent foam booster, and aids in the uniform distribution of cosmetic formulations on the skin.

Summary

cleansing foam boosting hair conditioning hydrotrope surfactant skin conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates as a mild amphoteric surfactant, characterized by its molecular structure containing both positively and negatively charged components, enhancing its compatibility across diverse cosmetic systems. It effectively cleanses by emulsifying oil and dirt particles, facilitating their removal with water. As a foam booster, it improves the volume, texture, and stability of foam. Additionally, it functions as a hydrotrope, increasing the solubility of substances that are typically difficult to dissolve in water, and contributes to overall skin condition by reducing the surface tension of products for optimal spread.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Synergies

  • Compatible with various surfactant types due to its amphoteric nature.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Moderate

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has noted 'insufficient data' for a definitive safety determination specifically for Disodium Wheatgermamphodiacetate. A purity level exceeding 99.9% is reported, with chloroacetic acid potentially present as an impurity at levels below 100 ppm. While broader CIR assessments have deemed some wheat-derived ingredients 'safe as used,' this specific ingredient lacks such an explicit conclusion. A moderate concern for potential allergenicity exists for individuals sensitive to wheat or gluten, despite processing intended to reduce such risks. BeautyFact provides a 'Risk Level: 0' but classifies this as 'BETA' data, indicating ongoing research.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While offering valuable cosmetic functions, its precise safety profile and skin compatibility require further dedicated research and clear regulatory conclusions due to 'insufficient data' from CIR.

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