Lauramidopropylamine Oxide 30% (HY LAO)

Lauramidopropylamine Oxide (HY LAO) is a mild, amphoteric surfactant derived from lauric acid (C12 fatty acid). It is widely used in personal care and household cleaning formulations as a foam booster, viscosity builder, and conditioning agent.

Description: Clear to pale yellow liquid with a mild characteristic odor. It is produced by reacting lauramidopropylamine with hydrogen peroxide.

Cosmetic and Cleaning Product Use: Lauramidopropylamine Oxide is used in shampoos, conditioners, body washes, liquid soaps, facial cleansers, and household cleaning products. It enhances foam quality, improves skin feel, and provides mild conditioning properties.

Functions:

1. Foam Booster: Enhances and stabilizes foam in surfactant-based formulations.

2. Viscosity Builder: Helps thicken formulations when combined with anionic surfactants.

3. Mild Surfactant: Gentle on skin and hair; suitable for sensitive skin formulations.

4. Conditioning Agent: Imparts softness and smoothness to hair and skin.