Helps create a luxurious lather and smooth texture while reducing static in hair and skincare formulas.
Formula
C20H41NO3
Mol. Weight
343.50
CAS #
7545-24-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Antistatic
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Foam Boosting
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Boosts Collagen
Enhances lather
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthesized in the mid-20th century from palmitic acid and diethanolamine, developed as a foaming and thickening agent for shampoos and body washes during the industrial expansion of synthetic cosmetic chemistry.