Myristyl Betaine

Myristyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, cleansing agent. It is used in 7 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMYRISTYL BETAINE
FunctionANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number2601-33-4
EC number220-006-9
Prevalence7 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Shampoos 42.9%Face Cleansers 28.6%Body Washes 14.3%Other Hair Cleansers 14.3%

Frequently asked

What does Myristyl Betaine do in skincare?
Myristyl Betaine functions as an antistatic, cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Myristyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Myristyl Betaine?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (42.9% of its uses).

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