Oleamide MEA
AKA “oleoylethanolamide, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)oleamide, Oleoyl Ethanolamide, (Z)-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)octadec-9-enamide, Oleoyl monoethanolamide, OLEIC MONOETHANOLAMIDE, N-(9Z-octadecenoyl)-ethanolamine, N-(cis-9-octadecenoyl) ethanolamine
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Oleamide mea
AKA: Oleoylethanolamide, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)oleamide, Oleoyl Ethanolamide, (Z)-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)octadec-9-enamide, Oleoyl monoethanolamide, OLEIC MONOETHANOLAMIDE, N-(9Z-octadecenoyl)-ethanolamine, N-(cis-9-octadecenoyl) ethanolamine
Synthetic · Antistatic · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Synthetic
Clean
Helps create a rich, luxurious lather while keeping the formula smooth and lightweight. Reduces static for easier application and styling.
Formula
C20H39NO2
Mol. Weight
325.50
CAS #
111-58-0
Form
Liquid
State
Other Solid
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Functions
Antistatic
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Foam Boosting
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Enhances lather
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century from oleic acid, designed to replace and improve upon natural soap-based cleansers with better stability and mildness in personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR