Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
AKA “3-Dimethylamino-1-cocamidopropanol, Coconut acid dimethylamino compound”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cocamidopropyl dimethylamine
AKA: 3-Dimethylamino-1-cocamidopropanol, Coconut acid dimethylamino compound
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from coconut oil, this gentle cleanser helps remove impurities while conditioning hair and reducing frizz and static.
CAS #
68140-01-2
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Lifts away dirt and oil
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A synthetic coconut-derived compound developed in the 20th century as a conditioning and antistatic agent for hair care products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR