Product Description
A Gentle Co-Surfactant Behind Sulfate-Reduced Cleansing Formulas
Cocamidopropyl Betaine 45% in a 100 ml pack is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil that has become one of the most widely used mild co-surfactants across the global personal care manufacturing industry. This ingredient belongs to the broad category of Surfactants and is primarily valued for reducing the irritation potential of stronger primary cleansing agents. Its main applications include shampoos, shower gels, baby care products, intimate hygiene formulas, and foaming cleansers where gentleness on skin and mucous membranes is a priority.
Beyond personal care, this ingredient is heavily used in household cleaning formulations, dish soaps, and hand cleansers for sensitive skin, thanks to its ability to boost foam density and creaminess while thickening formulas in the presence of electrolytes such as sodium chloride. This salt-thickening behavior makes it a practical tool for adjusting the viscosity of clear or translucent gel-based products without relying on separate thickening agents. Manufacturers ranging from home-based formulators to industrial production lines rely on this compound for its predictable performance and compatibility with a wide range of other surfactants and actives.
Typical usage levels range from 3 to 15 percent depending on the desired foam texture and mildness of the final product. It should be introduced during the water phase blending stage at temperatures not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius, avoiding prolonged heat exposure that could compromise its performance. It pairs particularly well with anionic surfactant bases such as ORAMIX CG 110 50 ml, and can be combined with sugar-derived surfactants like Polygreen Tensolive 50 ml to build sulfate-free, gentler cleansing systems. To counteract any residual dryness after rinsing, formulators often add plant-based emollients such as PLANTASENS OLIVE LD 20 ml, improving the sensory feel of the finished product.
The 100 ml size is well suited for home-based cosmetic formulation, recipe testing, and small trial batches before scaling up to larger production runs. Store the material in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight, in a cool dry place, and avoid freezing temperatures. Slight separation may occur during long-term storage but is easily resolved by gentle mixing before use.
Gentle Baby Wash Base
Distilled water 58 ml
Cocamidopropyl Betaine 45% 14 ml
ORAMIX CG 110 9 ml
Polygreen Tensolive 6 ml
PLANTASENS OLIVE LD 3 ml
Preservative 1 ml
Combine
the water with ORAMIX CG 110 and Polygreen Tensolive in a clean container,
stirring gently until fully blended. Slowly add the Cocamidopropyl Betaine
while mixing at low speed to avoid excess foam, then incorporate the emollient
for extra softness. Finish by adding the preservative, then let the mixture
rest for a few hours before bottling to allow the texture to stabilize.