Cocamide MIPA
AKA “Coconut acid monoisopropanolamide, Coconut oil MIPA, N-Bis(2-hydroxypropyl)coconut oil amide
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Cocamide mipa
AKA: Coconut acid monoisopropanolamide, Coconut oil MIPA, N-Bis(2-hydroxypropyl)coconut oil amide
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Clean
Amides, coco, N-(2-hydroxypropyl)
CAS #
68333-82-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
Traditional Use
A coconut oil-derived surfactant developed in the mid-20th century as a thickening and foam-boosting agent for cosmetic and personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR