Wheat Germamidopropyl Dimethylamine

AKA: Wheat Germ Derivative, Conditioning Agent

Allergen Warning

⚠️ Gluten / Wheat

Synthetic

Cleanser

Clean

Amides, wheat germ, N-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)-

CAS #

-

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.

Surfactant Cleansing

Anti-Inflammatory

Boosts Collagen

Strengthens Barrier

Lifts away dirt and oil

Reduces flyaways

Traditional Use

A synthetic conditioning agent derived from wheat germ components, created for use in shampoos and hair care products in the late 20th century.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR