Coco/Sunfloweramidopropyl Betaine
AKA “Coco Sunflower Amidopropyl Betaine, Coconut Sunflower Betaine, Amphoteric Surfactant
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Coco/sunfloweramidopropyl betaine
AKA: Coco Sunflower Amidopropyl Betaine, Coconut Sunflower Betaine, Amphoteric Surfactant
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
1-Propanaminium, 3-Amino-N-(Carboxymethyl)-N,N-Dimethyl-, N-(C8-18 and C18-Unsatd. Acyl) Derivs., Hydroxides, Inner Salts Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
61789-40-0
See origin →
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
Traditional Use
A synthetic amphoteric surfactant combining coconut and sunflower oil derivatives, developed in the 20th century as a mild cleansing and conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
Coco/Sunfloweramidopropyl Betaine — Duck Heart Ghost