Cornamide DEA
AKA “N-diethanolamine corn oil amide
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Cornamide dea
AKA: N-diethanolamine corn oil amide
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Synthetic
Clean
Cornamide DEA is a mixture of ethanolamides of Corn Acid Science: Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used EU Restriction: III/60
CAS #
68308-89-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic surfactant and foam booster derived from corn oil fatty acids. Created to provide cleansing and lathering properties in personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR