Palmamide DEA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Palmitic acid diethanolamide, Palmoyl diethanolamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from palm oil fatty acids and diethanolamine as the primary starting materials. Synthesized through condensation reaction between palmitic acid derivatives and diethanolamine.
Amides, palm-oil, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-
CAS #
10140-62-4
Form
Liquid
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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EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
Restricted By
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2013
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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