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HYDROGENATED TALLOWAMIDE DEA.

Valuable CAS 68440-32-4 / LIGHT STABILIZER, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Hydrogenated Tallowamide DEA is a multifunctional diethanolamide serving as a surfactant, foam booster, and viscosity enhancer. It stabilizes emulsions, aids in cleansing, and can improve hair texture and appearance in formulations.

Summary

Surfactant Foam booster Viscosity increasing agent Emulsion stabilizer Hair conditioning agent Opacifying agent Cleansing agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by reducing the surface tension of water, allowing for better spreading of detergents and facilitating the removal of impurities from skin and hair. As a foam booster, it enhances the aesthetic and functional quality of lather. Its emulsifying properties help maintain the stability of oil-in-water mixtures, preventing separation over time. It also contributes to product opacity and imparts conditioning benefits to hair.

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

The hydrogenation process confers enhanced stability to the ingredient. To prevent the formation of potentially harmful N-nitroso compounds, it is crucial to avoid co-formulation with nitrosating agents.

Conflicts

  • Nitrosating agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
50%
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel deemed diethanolamides, including Tallowamide DEA, safe for use under specific conditions: formulations must be non-irritating, and free Diethanolamine (DEA) levels must not exceed established safe limits. Usage in cosmetic products capable of forming N-nitroso compounds should be avoided. While related diethanolamides are used up to 50% in cosmetics, typical concentrations range from 1-25%. The EU Cosmetics Directive also imposes restrictions on its use.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Hydrogenated Tallowamide DEA is a valuable functional ingredient for enhancing product texture, cleansing, and stability, provided strict adherence to formulation guidelines regarding free DEA levels and avoiding nitrosating agents.

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