Palm Kernelamidopropyl Betaine
AKA: Palm-Derived Betaine
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
1-Propanaminium, N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-amino-, palm kernel acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
CAS #
61789-40-0
Form
Liquid
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
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic amphoteric surfactant derived from palm kernel oil. Developed for use as a mild cleansing and conditioning agent in contemporary skincare and haircare products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR