Lauramide DEA

Lauramide DEA

AKA “N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)dodecanamide, Lauric diethanolamide, Lauryl diethanolamide, Lauric acid diethanolamide, Alkamide LE, Standamidd ld, Comperlan LD, Condensate PL”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Lauramide dea

AKA: N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)dodecanamide, Lauric diethanolamide, Lauryl diethanolamide, Lauric acid diethanolamide, Alkamide LE, Standamidd ld, Comperlan LD, Condensate PL

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that removes dirt and oil while creating a rich lather. It also helps reduce static and maintain the product's smooth texture.

Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 75 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C16H33NO3

Mol. Weight

287.44

CAS #

120-40-1

Form

Liquid

State

Lauric acid diethanolamine condensate (1/1) is an off-white waxy solid. (NTP, 1992)

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Functions

Antistatic

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

Reduces Static

Cleansing Surfactant

Boosts Lather

Controls Viscosity

Enhances lather

Lifts away dirt and oil

Reduces flyaways

Controls product thickness

Traditional Use

Synthetic surfactant and thickening agent developed in the mid-20th century for cleansing formulations. Derived from lauric acid (found in coconut oil) and diethanolamine, created to improve the texture and performance of shampoos and body washes.