Ricinoleamide DEA
AKA “9-Octadecenamide, (9Z, ricinoleic diethanolamide, MACKAMIDE R, OLAMIDA RD, DEA-RICINOLEAMIDE, AMINOL CA-2, [R-(Z)]-12-hydroxy-N
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ricinoleamide dea
AKA: 9-Octadecenamide, (9Z, Ricinoleic diethanolamide, MACKAMIDE R, OLAMIDA RD, DEA-RICINOLEAMIDE, AMINOL CA-2, [R-(Z)]-12-hydroxy-N
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that removes oil and dirt while creating a light, airy lather. It also helps prevent static and keeps the formula smooth and pourable.
Formula
C22H43NO4
Mol. Weight
385.60
CAS #
40716-42-5
Form
Liquid
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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
A synthetic fatty acid amide derived from ricinoleic acid (from castor oil) and diethanolamine, developed in the mid-20th century as a conditioning and cleansing agent in shampoos and cosmetics.
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
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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