Science
Mechanism of Action
This ingredient actively controls the proliferation of bacteria and fungi through its antimicrobial properties. Concurrently, it reduces surface tension as a surfactant, facilitating the removal of impurities and boosting foam in cleansers.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Conflicts
- N-nitrosating agents
Safety
Safety Profile
The CIR Expert Panel considers it safe when formulated to be non-irritating and explicitly cautions against its use in products where N-nitroso compounds could form. A specific maximum concentration for Undecylenamide MEA itself is not detailed by CIR.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
UNDECYLENAMIDE MEA is a valuable ingredient for cleansing formulations, offering antimicrobial protection and surfactant properties with a low irritancy profile, provided it is formulated without N-nitrosating agents.
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