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WHEAT GERMAMIDE DEA.

Questionable CAS 124046-39-5 / SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Wheat Germamide DEA functions as a multifaceted ingredient, providing skin conditioning, cleansing, foam boosting, and viscosity control in formulations. Its primary roles involve enhancing product texture and contributing to cleansing properties.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Cleansing Agent Surfactant - Foam Boosting Viscosity Controlling

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient acts as a surfactant to boost foam and a viscosity agent to thicken cosmetic products. It also provides skin conditioning benefits, contributing to a smoother feel.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No specific data is available regarding the common practice of dusting or relevant thresholds for Wheat Germamide DEA.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient should not be used in formulations where N-nitroso compounds can be formed, as free diethanolamine could react to create carcinogenic nitrosamines.

Conflicts

  • Nitrosating agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
40%
Sensitization risk Unknown

The CIR Expert Panel deems it safe when formulated to be non-irritating and when free diethanolamine levels do not exceed 5%. However, it is restricted in the EU due to potential for N-nitroso compound formation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Despite its functional benefits, significant safety concerns regarding nitrosamine formation and EU restrictions make this ingredient questionable for precision skincare formulations.

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