HYDROGENATED TALLOWAMIDE DEA

Ingredient type:FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

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✨ Role: Hydrogenated tallowamide DEA is used as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in cosmetic products. It helps soften the skin and improves the texture of formulations by stabilizing water-oil mixtures.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: The safety of hydrogenated tallowamide DEA is controversial. Some reports indicate potential concerns related to the formation of nitrosamines, which are potentially carcinogenic compounds.

✨ Vegan: No, this ingredient is generally of animal origin since it is derived from tallow (an animal fat).

✨ Note: It is recommended to perform a skin test before use to avoid any adverse reactions. In addition, the name «DEA» indicates the presence of diethanolamine, which requires monitoring due to safety concerns.

Found in: Mainly used in moisturizers, conditioners, and certain hair products for its emulsifying and conditioning properties.

comedogenic index: 2