Description
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Imex SB30) is a sulphate free surfactant. It not only possesses excellent foaming and cleaning properties, but also gives no irritation to both skin and mucous membrane. Cocamidopropyl can be used as both a primary and secondary surfactant, and its gentle nature means it can be used as the primary surfactant in baby formulations.
Learn more about working with cocamidopropyl betaine here.
COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE USES
Can be used in DIY shampoos, face washes, shower lotions, bath foam and baby care products
Can be used as both a primary and secondary surfactant
Can be used as the primary surfactant in baby formulations
BENEFITS OF COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Creates the initial foam and can reduce sensitivity of other surfactants on the skin
Sulfate Free
COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE RECIPE INSPIRATION
Gentle Kiddies Liquid Bubble Bath
65% distilled water
25%cocamidopropyl betaine, or a combination of coca betaine anddecyl orcoco glucoside
5%vegetable glycerine
1%Geogard 221 (preservative)
Essential oil of choice, try chamomile or geranium (optional)
5%citric acid solution to adjust the pH
Blend the surfactants together and add the glycerine. Add the preservative to the water, then stirring gently add the surfactant mixture to the water. Blend in any child friendly essential oils and add in the citric acid solution to adjust the pH and youre good to go.
Let the fun begin by adding a dash or two of bubble bath to the running bath water!
COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE INGREDIENTS
Cocamidopropyl betaine
pH: 5 - 6 (10% solution)
ASM: 30%
Amphoteric