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 21, 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
head & shoulders
Anti-dandruff shampoo repair & care
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
head & shoulders
Anti-roos shampoo + conditioner
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Henkel
Anti-Schuppen Intensiv Shampoo (x3, mit Zink-Pyrithion)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Balea
Anti-Schuppen Shampoo Wasserminze & Bambus
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Anti-Stress Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Derma E
Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, retinoid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Antibacterial Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Carex
Antibacterial Handwash
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
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Apollo - Sage & Cedarwood
Body wash · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Apple Fresh
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Herbivore
AQUARIUS BHA + Blue Tansy Clarity Facial Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists essential oils, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Arber Hair & Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Argan Oil & Aloe Vera Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Love beauty and planet
Argan Oil & Lavender
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Love Beauty and Planet
Argan Oil & Lavender Shampoo
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Soapbox
Argan Oil & Vanilla Soften & Anti-Frizz Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
OGX
Argan Oil Shampoo
Lists fragrance, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Arganatural
argan Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Palmolive
Aroma Sensations Feel the Passion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, chemical UV filters, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
R+Co
ATLANTIS Moisturizing B5 Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Sanex
AtopiDerm Douche Crème Peaux Extra Sèches, réactives à atopiques
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sanex
AtopiDerm douche crème peaux sèches, réactives à atopiques
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
pantene
au lait 700ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Garnier
Ausgleichendes Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
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