Coco Pea. Soft is as an innovative proposal in the surfactants’ world: it’s a lipoproteic surfactant obtained by the condensation of coconut acids and hydrolyzed pea proteins. Its high tolerability and mildness, along with good cleansing and foaming properties, make Coco Pea. Soft a good alternative to soy and wheat derivatives. Thanks to its filming and restructuring properties, it is particularly suitable for hair care products for dry, dull and treated hair. Also recommended for sensitive skin formulations.

INCI Name: Potassium Undecylenoyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Ingredient Origin: Plant Origin

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Foaming Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS

Benefit Claims: Cleansing, Film Forming, Foam Enhancement, Highly Restructuring, Mild, Moisturizing

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Identification & Functionality

Carrier
Ingredient Origin
CAS No.
222400-41-1
Origin

Lipoproteic surfactant that contains coconut fatty acids and pea proteins.

Features & Benefits

Key Attributes
  • Primary surfactant with a good cleansing action
  • Secondary surfactant that reduces the aggressiveness of traditional surfactants
  • Suitable for the most delicate skin
  • Good foaming power
  • Biodegradable
Product Benefits
  • Coco Pea.Soft is a lipoproteic surfactant alternative to products based on soya or wheat.
  • Characterized by a high tolerability and delicacy, it has good washing and foaming properties.
  • Thanks to the filmogenic and moisturizing properties of hydrolyzed pea protein, it is particularly suitable for dry or treated hair and for delicate skin.
  • The product can be used in combination with other surfactants, mixing at room temperature.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Use Level
5-20%

Properties

Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
Clear liquid to Slightly opalescent
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dry Residue (at 105°C)28.00-32.00%
pH7.00-8.00
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bacteria Countmax.100CFU/g
Yeasts And Molds Countmax.10CFU/g

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Mechanism of Action

It reduces the aggressiveness of traditional surfactants.

Efficacy Tests

In Vivo

  • Erhythema
  • TEWL
  • Dehydration

Safety & Health

Toxicological Information
  • Skin irritation (in vivo, Patch-test sol.20%): not irritant
  • Skin sensitizing potential (in vitro): not sensitizing
  • Eye irritation (in vitro, sol.20%): minimum irritant

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
18 Months
Product Stability

Product is stable when stored in normal conditions.

Any cloudiness can occur, as a result of prolonged storage at low temperature; this phenomenon does not alter the characteristics of the product. The cloudiness disappears simply by slightly heating the product to about 30 ° C.

Storage and Handling
  • Keep product in a cool place away from light
  • Store in an air-tight container
  • Do not freeze