Minkamidopropyl Betaine

AKA “Mink-derived betaine amphoteric”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Minkamidopropyl betaine

AKA: Mink-derived betaine amphoteric

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Synthetic

Clean

1-Propanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-carboxymethyl-3-amino-, N-mink-oil acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts Science: Functions: Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Foam Boosting Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

61789-40-0

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.

Hair Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Foam Boosting

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

A modern surfactant developed to combine the perceived conditioning benefits of mink oil with the mild cleansing properties of betaine, created for cosmetic formulations in the late 20th century.