Palmamide MIPA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Palmitic acid isopropanolamide, Palmoyl MIPA
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Amides, palm-oil, N-(2-hydroxypropyl)
CAS #
10233-13-3
Form
Liquid
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
Traditional Use
Synthesized from palmitic acid and isopropanolamine, developed as a foaming and conditioning agent in modern cosmetics during the expansion of synthetic surfactant chemistry in the mid-to-late 20th century.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR