Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB)

Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB)

Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB), a surfactant derived from coconut oil, is widely used in personal care products like shampoos, soaps, and cleansers for its mildness and ability to enhance foaming and cleansing.

Surfactant:
CAPB is a surfactant, meaning it reduces the surface tension between water and other substances, allowing dirt and oil to mix with water and be rinsed away.

Derived from Coconut Oil:
It's a synthetic fatty acid derived from coconut oil, making it a natural-derived ingredient.

Amphoteric:
CAPB is an amphoteric surfactant, meaning it can act as both a positive and negative charge, depending on the pH of the surrounding environment.

Uses:
Personal Care Products:
CAPB is a common ingredient in various personal care products, including:
- Shampoos and conditioners
- Liquid soaps and body washes
- Skin cleansers and facial washes
- Makeup removers and contact lens solutions
- Baby care products

Other Functions:
Beyond its cleaning properties, CAPB can also act as:
- A foam booster and stabilizer
- An emulsifying agent
- A thickener and viscosity builder
- An antistatic agent