OriginDerived from coconut or palm oil fatty acids and dimethylamine, belonging to the quaternary ammonium compound family. Synthesized through the condensation and quaternization of fatty acid derivatives with betaine or dimethylamine.
(Carboxylatomethyl)docosyldimethylammonium
Formula
C26H53NO2
Mol. Weight
411.70
CAS #
26920-62-7
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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
Locks in moisture
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