Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
68425-44-5
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.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic surfactant derived from coconut oil. Coconut has been used in traditional South Asian and Pacific Island skincare for centuries, while the PEG-modified version was created for modern cosmetic formulation.