Palm Kernelamide MIPA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: MIPA-Palm Kernel Amide, Isopropanolamine Palm Kernel Amide
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from palm kernel oil, a fatty oil extracted from the kernels of palm fruits (Arecaceae family).
Synthesized by amidation of palm kernel fatty acids with monoethanolamine to create the MIPA derivative.
Amides, palm kernel, N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-
CAS #
73807-15-5
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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