surfactant
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
Generally safe·Moderate evidence
A coconut-derived amphoteric surfactant used alongside primary detergents to soften foam and reduce irritation, similar in role to cocamidopropyl betaine. It has a generally good safety record, with occasional mild eye or skin irritation reported mainly in leave-on or highly concentrated rinse-off products.
Worth knowing
- Can irritate, especially left on
Products with Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
References
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