Is Cocamidoproply Betaine safe?
Let me first assure you that we did not make the choice to use Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) lightly and, in fact, only did so after finding source material that was of the highest quality and thoroughly refined. You see, the primary issue with CAPB among health advocates (such as The Environmental Working Group which rates CAPB as a 5 on its 1-10 scale) is not the ingredient itself, rather the prevalence of nitrosamine contamination – this is particularly true when used in combination with the ingredient DEA/TEA. We use a very small amount of plant-based CAPB as, in its purified state it is a safe and mild cleansing agent (rather than known irritants such a sodium laurel and laureth sulfates) that improves the texture of the product. The refined nature of our source material and testing protocols coupled with the small quantity and the fact that CAPB does not accumulate in the body, allows us to take advantage of its benefits while neutralizing potential health risks. That said, do lo
