Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
AKA “n-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]docosanamide, amidet, N-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)docosanamide, behenic acid dimethylaminopropylamide, Dimethylaminopropyl behenamide, INCROMINE BD, AMIDET APA-22”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Behenamidopropyl dimethylamine
AKA: N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]docosanamide, Amidet, N-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)docosanamide, Behenic acid dimethylaminopropylamide, Dimethylaminopropyl behenamide, INCROMINE BD, AMIDET APA-22
Synthetic · Antistatic · EWG: 5
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Helps reduce static and frizz while gently cleansing. This plant-derived conditioning agent keeps hair smooth and manageable.
Formula
C27H56N2O
Mol. Weight
424.70
CAS #
60270-33-9
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Functions
Antistatic
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Emulsifier
Reduces flyaways
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A synthetic conditioning and antistatic agent developed in the 20th century. Designed for use in hair care formulations to improve texture and reduce frizz.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine: unique behaviour in solution and in hair care formulations.
Minguet M, Subirats N, Castán P, Sakai T
International journal of cosmetic science, 2010
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR