MEA-Cocoate
AKA “Monoethanolamine Cocoate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
MEA-Cocoate
AKA: Monoethanolamine Cocoate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Monoethanolamine cocoate
CAS #
66071-80-5
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 Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic emulsifier developed in mid-20th century cosmetics by combining monoethanolamine with coconut fatty acids. Created to improve the conditioning and sensory properties of rinse-off products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR