Lauramide MEA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: N-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)DODECANAMIDE, 142-78-9, Lauric acid monoethanolamide, N-Lauroylethanolamine, Laurylethanolamide, Copramyl, Amisol LDE, Comperlan LM, Vistalan, Ultrapole H
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)dodecanamide
Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C14H29NO2
Mol. Weight
243.39
CAS #
142-78-9
Form
Liquid
State
Lauryl ethanolamide is a cream-colored flakes. (NTP, 1992)
Functions
Antistatic
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
Reduces Static
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic surfactant developed mid-20th century as an alternative to natural soap thickeners. Combines lauric acid with monoethanolamine to create a more stable, water-soluble conditioning and foaming agent for personal care products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR