Oleamide Mipa

Oleamide MIPA is an amide of oleic acid and monoisopropanolamine used as a water-dispersible surfactant and thickener, found in cleansers to stabilize foam, adjust feel, and aid rinsing; evidence of long-term skin benefits is limited.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A foam-boosting ingredient that helps cleansers lather and rinse clean.
Category
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Type
Surfactant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves cleansing with a creamier lather and helps lift away daily buildup; long-term skincare benefits aren't well established. Improves the feel of a wash without adding heaviness.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in face washes, body washes, and shampoos as a foam booster and thickener, especially in gel and liquid cleanser formats.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

May cause mild skin or eye irritation, particularly in stronger cleanser bases or with frequent use. Typically safe at cosmetic levels, but discontinue if redness or tightness occurs.

Is Oleamide Mipa a Good Ingredient?

Rated Fair because it works mainly as a foam booster and thickener, with little evidence of direct skin benefit, and as a surfactant it can cause stinging or irritation at higher use levels. It's a utility ingredient rather than a skincare active, which limits how high it can score.

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