Wheat Germamide DEA
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Wheat Germ Derivative, Conditioning Agent
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Wheat Germamide DEA is a mixture of diethanolamides of Wheat Germ Acid
CAS #
124046-39-5
Form
Liquid
Functions
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
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic cosmetic ingredient derived from wheat germ fatty acids. Created in the late 20th century as a conditioning and thickening agent for hair and skincare products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR