OriginDerived from ricinoleic acid (a fatty acid from castor oil) and monoethanolamine through chemical synthesis. Produced by condensing ricinoleic acid with monoethanolamine via esterification reaction.
(R)-12-Hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)oleamide
Formula
C20H39NO3
Mol. Weight
341.50
CAS #
106-16-1, 75033-33-9
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe with qualifications (when formulated to be nonirritating; not for products where N-nitroso compounds may form)
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