Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleansing ingredient. It’s in 1,678 products on Poliage, most often body wash, shampoo and cleanser. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Coconut derivatives.
Updated October 23, 2026
In plain English
A coconut-derived surfactant. Cleans, builds foam and thickens shampoos and body washes.
What it does
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: antistatic
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: cleansing
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: foam-boosting
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: hair-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cocamidopropyl Betaine: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 75231, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as capb.
Products that contain Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Unilever
100% essentiel Douche crème hydratante Lait, Perle & Patchouli
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Shea Moisture
100% Virgin Coconut Oil Moisture Boosting Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Andalou Naturals
1000 Roses Cleansing Foam
Lists exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Andalou Naturals
1000 Roses Gentle Cleansing Foam
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Henkel
2 in 1 - Zahncreme + Mundspülung - Original
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
2 in 1 Citrus fresh
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Head & shoulders
2 in 1 Classic
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Selsun Blue
2-in-1 Antidandruff Shampoo & Conditioner
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, silicones, coconut derivatives
Suave
3-in-1 Shampoo with 100% Natural Lavender
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Crest
3D White Luxe Diamond Strong Brilliant Mint Fluoride Toothpaste
Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Oral-B
3D White Professional Zahnpasta
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Balea men
3in1 Duschgel (Projekt Zuhause, mit Bambus-Extrakt)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Nivea
3in1 Shower, Shampoo & Conditioner
Lists fragrance, coconut derivatives
Balea
5% UREA - DUSCHE+SHAMPOO
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Henkel
7-Kräuter Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Dentalux
8 en 1 complet sans alcool Menthe légère
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Dove
Acne Clear Serum Body Wash with clearing Salicylic Acid
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Murad
Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Thayers
Acne Pads with Salicylic Acid: 2% BHA Toner Pads
Toner · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Cetaphil
Acne Relief Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
PanOxyl
Acne Treatment Bar
Body wash · Lists coconut derivatives
Differin
Acne-Clearing Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Nivea Men
Active Clean
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, coconut derivatives
Nivea
Active Clean Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, sulfates, parabens, coconut derivatives
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