BABASSUAMIDE MEA

Surfactant

65

Moderate

About BABASSUAMIDE MEA

A coconut-like foam booster from babassu oil — thickens and stabilizes foaming products.

Detailed Analysis

Babassuamide MEA (Babassuoyl Monoethanolamine) is a fatty acid amide derived from babassu oil and monoethanolamine. It functions as a foam booster, hair conditioner, cleanser, and viscosity controller. Listed under EU Annex III (entry 61) due to MEA content restrictions related to potential nitrosamine formation. PubChem safety score is 78.

What It Does

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING HAIR CONDITIONING SURFACTANT - CLEANSING VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Hair conditioning
  • ✓ Foam boosting

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ EU Annex III restricted (III/61)
  • ⚠ Potential nitrosamine formation

Safety Score

65

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.