Lauramidopropyl Betaine

Lauramidopropyl betaine is an amphoteric surfactant derived from lauric acid and betaine chemistry. Cleansers use it as a co-surfactant for creamy foam, viscosity tuning, and milder cleansing profiles when paired with anionic surfactants.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A gentle cleansing agent that creates a creamy, non-stripping lather.
Category
Cleansing
Type
Surfactant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates a soft, creamy lather that lifts away impurities without leaving skin feeling stripped. Helps temper the aggressiveness of stronger cleansers for a gentler wash.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in facial cleansers, body washes, and shampoos. Also used in hand soaps and micellar gels to boost foam and mildness.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Generally low irritation in rinse-off formulas, though some individuals may react to this surfactant or its impurities; avoid if you've had prior sensitivity. No major regulatory restrictions at typical use levels.

Is Lauramidopropyl Betaine a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a versatile co-surfactant that boosts creamy foam and reduces the harshness of primary cleansers, helping deliver a milder cleanse in rinse-off products. It's a strong functional performer, though not a skin-treating ingredient, which keeps it at Good.

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