Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) is a surfactant derived from coconut oil. It also works as a foam enhancer and is used in numerous personal care products like shampoos, conditioners, body washes, mouthwashes, cleansers, etc. It contains a mixture of fatty acids from coconut oil and propylene glycol. CAPB is used in personal care products to clean the skin and hair as it lifts and removes oil from them.

What is Cocamidopropyl betaine used for?

Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) is used in many personal care and household products as a surfactant, foam enhancer, and thickening agent.
Skin care: As a medium-strength surfactant in bath and body products, removing oil from the skin. It is used as a foam enhancer in body washes and as an emulsifying agent in cosmetics
Hair care: It eliminates oil from hair. Cocamidopropyl Betaine in shampoos works as a foam booster and creates a rich lather after coming in contact with water. It adds viscosity to hair conditioners and makes them creamier and richer. It also serves as an antistatic agent in hair conditioners

What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do in a formulation?
Antistatic
Cleansing
Foam boosting
Hair conditioning
Surfactant
Viscosity controlling

Safety Profile of Cocamidopropyl Betaine
With proper use, products containing CAPB are safe for most individuals. CAPB is a mild ingredient that manufacturers may include in products for babies and infants. However, it is not suitable for products that remain on the skin. Leaving Cocamidopropyl betaine on the skin may result in irritation.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine Alternatives:-

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Coco betaine, Babassuammidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Cocamidopropyl Betaine Technical profile

Solubility Soluble in water

What’s in the box
1 x NBT Naturals – Cocamidopropyl betaine (DIY Cosmetics)