Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is an emulsifier — gentle coconut-derived surfactant. It's found in 350 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Gentle coconut-derived surfactant
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
350 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Moisturisers
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The Littles 8.0
Benefiance Eye Cream Set
Clear Skin Trial Set: Cleanse, Treat, & Hydrate Minis Set
Beauty insider
3 Step Acne-Safe Clear Skin System with Mandelic Acid
Essential-C Cleanser
Kindly Clean Hydrating and Soothing Foaming Gel Cleanser
AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser
Sandwich Bags
Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser
Excellence 4.3 Golden Brown
Deep cleansing sheet mask
Cryosea Firming Icy-cold Cleanser
Creamy Gentle Exfoliating Pore Perfecting Cleanser with Salicylic Acid
Egg White Pore Foam
Excellence Creme Ultra 3.11 Ash Dark Brown
The Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser
Aloe Vera Curl Enhancing Shampoo
Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser
Shampoing à huile d'argan
Frequently asked questions
What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do in skincare?
Gentle coconut-derived surfactant
Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe for sensitive skin?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Cocamidopropyl Betaine?
350 products in our database contain Cocamidopropyl Betaine. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scoring 9.8/9.8.
Can I use Cocamidopropyl Betaine every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.