Behenamidopropyl Betaine
AKA “UNII-38XCR05RNU, 38XCR05RNU, Behenamidopropyl betaine [INCI], 138527-93-2, RefChem:116879, SCHEMBL9565160, DTXSID601021229, Q27256831”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Behenamidopropyl betaine
AKA: UNII-38XCR05RNU, 38XCR05RNU, Behenamidopropyl betaine [INCI], 138527-93-2, RefChem:116879, SCHEMBL9565160, DTXSID601021229, Q27256831
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
1-Propanaminium, N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-[(1-oxodocosanyl)amino]-, hydroxide, inner salt
Formula
C29H58N2O3
Mol. Weight
482.80
CAS #
138527-93-2
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Removes dirt and impurities
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant and conditioning agent developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Created to provide both cleansing and conditioning properties in gentler formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR