Cocoamide Mea (Cocamide MEA)

Synthetic

Safety Level

There is a caveat

Max. concentration

Carcinogenicity

Allergy Factor

Category

Surfactant, Foaming agent, Stabilizers, Thickeners, Structurizers, Emulsifiers

Functions

Cleaning, Mitigation

Description

Cocoamide Mea (monoethanolamide of coconut oil fatty acids) is a surface-active substance, emulsifier, foam booster, stabilizer, and viscosity regulator. It is a thick, white, waxy substance obtained from coconut oil which is rich in fatty acids. Monoethanolamide is used in cosmetics when its emulsifying properties and opaque texture are needed.