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LAURAMIDE MIPA.

Valuable CAS 142-54-1 / ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Lauramide MIPA is a nonionic surfactant derived from lauric acid, prized for its multifunctional role as a cleansing, foam-boosting, and viscosity-controlling agent. It effectively emulsifies formulations while providing conditioning benefits to the skin.

Summary

Cleansing Foam Boosting Viscosity Controlling Emulsifying Conditioning Antistatic Antimicrobial

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a nonionic surfactant, Lauramide MIPA reduces surface tension, enabling the efficient removal of oils and impurities from the skin and hair. It acts as an emulsifier, stabilizing oil-in-water mixtures, and enhances foam quality and product viscosity. Beyond its primary surfactant functions, it imparts conditioning properties for a smooth skin feel, serves as an antistatic agent for hair, and demonstrates inherent antimicrobial activity.

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

Lauramide MIPA exhibits moderate water solubility (8.5 mg/L) but is also soluble in certain alcohols and oils, indicating versatility in formulation. It generally shows good compatibility with a range of ingredients, and its performance can be enhanced when combined with other surfactants. Formulators should consider its potential for oxidation, similar to related MIPA amides, and be mindful of general surfactant incompatibilities with strong oxidants or certain anionic/cationic surfactants and polymers which could lead to precipitation or reduced efficacy.

Synergies

  • Other surfactants for enhanced performance

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidants
  • Anionic surfactants (potential for precipitation/reduced effectiveness)
  • Cationic surfactants/polymers (potential for precipitation/reduced effectiveness)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel deems Lauramide MIPA safe for cosmetic use when formulated to be non-irritating. While no specific maximum concentration for Lauramide MIPA is uniformly reported, related ingredients like Oleamide MIPA have been used up to 0.4% in leave-on products, and Cocamide MIPA up to 12% in rinse-off applications. Individual sensitivities can vary, making patch testing advisable for users with sensitive skin or known allergies.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Lauramide MIPA is a valuable multifunctional surfactant for various formulations, offering cleansing, foam-boosting, and conditioning benefits with a low irritancy profile, provided it is formulated to be non-irritating.

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