Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild amphoteric surfactant used in cosmetic formulations to create balanced cleansing systems with improved foam quality and skin tolerance.

Key benefits

Improves cleanser mildness
Enhances foam quality
Reduces irritation potential
Supports formulation balance

Behaviour in formulations

It interacts with other surfactants to reduce irritation potential, improve foam stability, and create a softer cleansing profile.

Add to the water or surfactant phase with gentle mixing until uniform. Avoid excessive aeration.

Use level considerations

Use Rate (Min): 3.0
Use Rate (Max): 15.0

Cocamidopropyl betaine is typically used at 3–15% depending on formulation type and desired
mildness.

Facial cleansers: 3–8%
Body wash: 5–12%
Shampoo: 5–12%

Used at lower levels to soften stronger surfactant systems and at higher levels where improved foam quality and mildness are desired.

Starter Use Rate: 5-10% for most cosmetic formulations

Typically used at 3–15% depending on system and desired mildness.

Formulation summary

Cocamidopropyl betaine is used as a secondary surfactant to support mildness and foam quality
in cleansing systems.

It is commonly paired with primary surfactants such as coco-glucoside or anionic surfactants to reduce irritation potential while maintaining effective cleansing. It also contributes to improved foam texture and stability.

It is particularly useful in formulations designed for sensitive skin, daily use, or where a softer cleansing profile is required.

Quality notes

Cosmetic-grade cocamidopropyl betaine with controlled active content (35.5%) and very low
impurity profile, supporting consistent formulation performance.

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Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Key benefits

Behaviour in formulations

Use level considerations

Formulation summary

Quality notes

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