Myristamidopropyl Dimethylamine
AKA “Aldox, N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]myristamide, Schercodine M, Tetradecanamide, Dimethylaminopropyl myristamide, M-dimethylamine, N-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)myristamide
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Myristamidopropyl dimethylamine
AKA: Aldox, N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]myristamide, Schercodine M, Tetradecanamide, Dimethylaminopropyl myristamide, M-dimethylamine, N-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)myristamide
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Helps reduce frizz and flyaways by eliminating static buildup in hair, leaving it smooth and manageable.
Formula
C19H40N2O
Mol. Weight
312.50
CAS #
45267-19-4
Form
Liquid
State
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.
Reduces Static
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Reduces Flyaways
Traditional Use
Synthetic ingredient derived from myristic acid, developed in the 20th century primarily for use as a conditioning agent in haircare products; no traditional use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR