Description - Cocomono, also known as Coco Mono Ethanol Amide(CMEA), is a premium, coconut-derived non-ionic surfactant widely used in skin, hair, and body care formulations. It acts as a foam stabilizer, thickener, and opacifier, adding a luxurious creamy texture and enhancing product aesthetics. With excellent skin compatibility and high biodegradability, it’s ideal for crafting rich, gentle, and stable cleansing products.
Benefits:
- Thickens and stabilizes foam for a rich, creamy lather Enhances viscosity and texture of formulations Improves product stability and appearance
- Gentle on skin, ideal for mild formulations
- Naturally derived and biodegradable
Uses - Shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, liquid soaps, and cream-based cleansers. All kinds of Personal & Home Care products like Shampoo’s, Bodywashes, Liquid Soaps, Handwashes, Detergents & Industrial Cleaners.
Application - Add to the oil or surfactant phase; heat gently (60–70°C) until fully dissolved, then blend into the formulation.
Solubility - Dispersible in water and soluble in surfactant blends
pH Value - Neutral to slightly alkaline (typically adjusted in final product)
Melting Point - 65–75°C
Usage Rate - 1% – 5% depending on desired thickness and foam richness.