Palm Kernelamide MEA
AKA “MEA-Palm Kernel Amide, Monoethanolamine Palm Kernel Amide”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Palm kernelamide mea
AKA: MEA-Palm Kernel Amide, Monoethanolamine Palm Kernel Amide
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Amides, palm kernel-oil, N-(hydroxyethyl)
CAS #
92201-29-1
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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
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant made from palm kernel oil and monoethanolamine. Developed as an alternative to DEA-based surfactants for gentler cleansing in cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR