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Know Your Ingredients: Coco-Betaine
Posted by
beautifulwithbrains |
November 14, 2009 .
What it is
Coco-Betaine, also called Cocamidopropyl Betaine, is a pale yellow liquid derived from coconut oil.
What it does
Coco-Betaine is a gentle surfactant that works by helping water mix with oils and dirt so that they can be removed. It also used in hair conditioners because it creates a protective layer on the hair that moisturizes it and provides antistatic properties.
In addition, Coco-Betaine has foaming, thickening and germicidal properties.
Side effects
Although deemed gentle and safe, Coco-Betaine can cause allergic reactions in some people.
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i used a toothpaste with coco-betaine for almost two weeks before i broke into generalized hives and experienced severe chest congestion. it took several days to figure out the culprit. watch out!
Natalie, I’m sorry to hear that, that’s awful
Hope you are better now.