Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in skincare?
CIR safe as used
Based on
- Reference: European Commission
Safe as used · Common emulsifier. Not listed in the EU prohibited or restricted annexes. Role-level default; per-ingredient literature check still pending.
- Reference: Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
Safe as used · CIR report 121 conclusion
Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine classified as a carcinogen?
Only four bodies count here: IARC, EU CLP, US NTP and California Prop 65.
Not classified by IARC, EU CLP, US NTP, or California Prop 65.
How is Cocamidopropyl Betaine regulated?
Cosmetic ingredient
Not found on any prescription-drug, professional-treatment, or US OTC monograph list, so it is treated as a cosmetic ingredient. This is a passive default ("not on any known restricted list"), not an individually verified positive finding.
Products that list this ingredient
262 products in our catalog list this ingredient. Here are the 12 with the most reviews.
- Bali BodyStreak Free Self Tanning Mousse
- CetaphilDaily Facial Cleanser, Face Wash for Sensitive Skin
- LAGOMLAGOM Cellup Micro Foam Cleanser
- DermalogicaSpecial Cleansing Gel
- Buttah SkinSkin Transforming Kit with Facial Shea Butter
- DermalogicaClear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash
- florence by millsClean Magic Face Wash
- ELEMISSuperfood Facial Wash
- ClarinsOne-Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
- IT CosmeticsConfidence in a Cleanser Gentle Face Wash
- KORRESGreek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser
- RODAN + FIELDSRedefine Daily Clay Face Cleanser
Sources (2)
- Reference: European Commission
- Reference: Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel
Red does not mean poison. Preservatives that stop a product going off, UV filters and fragrance can land on yellow or red depending on their score.
Green does not mean right for you. Skin and allergies differ from person to person. Treat the color as a starting point.