Ingredient
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Scout's take
Secondary surfactant. Named American Contact Dermatitis Society 'Allergen of the Year' in 2004; manufacturing residues include 3-dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA) and amidoamine, both documented sensitizers.
More from Scout's analyses
Coconut-derived amphoteric surfactant; dramatically gentler than SLS/SLES and the standard clean-beauty replacement for sulfate cleansers. Widely accepted in premium clean-beauty formulas.
from the analysis of Organic Jaguar Natural ShampooSecondary surfactant. Named American Contact Dermatitis Society 'Allergen of the Year' in 2004; manufacturing residues include DMAPA and amidoamine, both documented sensitizers.
from the analysis of Colgate Total Whitening Paste ToothpasteCoconut-derived amphoteric surfactant; gentle on its own. Carries N-nitrosamine contamination risk when stacked with the secondary amines in the MCI/MIT preservative system.
from the analysis of Method Men Sea + Surf Body WashFound in 18 products
Scan any product to see every ingredient explained — and healthier swaps.
Download on theApp Store