Essentially Natural Cocamidopropyl Betaine - Sulfate Free
Essentially Natural Cocamidopropyl Betaine - Sulfate Free
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a gentle amphoteric surfactant used to boost foam and improve mildness in liquid cleansers. It can be used as a primary or secondary surfactant in shampoos, face washes, shower products, bubble baths, and other water-based cleansing systems. This ingredient is supplied as a liquid, which makes it easy to weigh and blend into formulations. It is a raw surfactant rather than a finished cleanser.
♡ Why we love it: We choose to stock Cocamidopropyl Betaine because it is one of the most practical foam-boosting surfactants for gentler cleansing systems. It helps make rinse-off products feel softer and more user-friendly without needing a very complex surfactant system.
Learn more about working with cocamidopropyl betaine here.
Key properties
- INCI Name: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Trade Reference: Imex SB30
- Surfactant Type: Amphoteric
- ASM: 30%
- pH: 5 to 6 (10% solution)
- Sulfate Free: Yes
What it's used for
- Shampoos and hair cleansers
- Face washes and gentle body washes
- Bubble bath and bath foam products
- Baby-style cleansing formulas when formulated appropriately
- Surfactant blends to improve foam and mildness
Who it's for
- DIY makers creating gentle liquid cleansers
- Formulators building sulfate-free surfactant systems
- Formulas that want better foam without a harsher feel
- Bubble bath and bath foam blends
- Anhydrous products with no water phase
- Solid bar formulas without a suitable surfactant system
- Finished-cleanser expectations without formulation
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Is For:
Cocamidopropyl Betaine Is Not For:
How to use it
- As a Primary Surfactant: Use as the main cleanser in gentle formulas.
- As a Secondary Surfactant: Blend with other surfactants to increase foam and improve mildness.
- As a Bubble Bath Base: Combine with water, humectants, and preservative, then adjust pH as needed.
- Processing Tip: Mix gently to reduce foam during manufacturing.
- Processing Tip: Allow bubbles to settle before bottling.
Safety instructions
- For external use only
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Patch test finished products before use
- Discontinue use if irritation occurs
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
- Store sealed, away from heat and direct sunlight
Faqs
Q: What does amphoteric mean in surfactants?
A: It means the surfactant can behave differently depending on pH and is often used to improve mildness and foam.
Q: Can Cocamidopropyl Betaine be used in a baby bubble bath?
A: It is often used in gentler formulas, but the full recipe and final pH still matter.
Q: Does a water-based cleanser formula need a preservative?
A: Yes. Any water-based cleanser formula needs an appropriate preservative system.

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