Cocamide Methyl MEA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Coconut oil methyl MEA, N-Methyl-N, 2-hydroxyethyl coconut acid amide
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Amides, coco-, N-hydroxyethyl-N-methyl
Form
Liquid
Functions
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
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Foam Boosting
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Strengthens Barrier
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic derivative of coconut fatty acids developed in the 20th century as a mild surfactant and foam booster for personal care products, particularly shampoos and cleansers.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR