Apricotamide DEA
AKA “Apricot Kernel Amide”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Apricotamide dea
AKA: Apricot Kernel Amide
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
Amides, apricot kernel oil, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-
CAS #
185123-36-8
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic derivative created in the mid-20th century from apricot kernel oil components, used in cosmetics as a thickening and conditioning agent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR