Coco Betaine belongs to the class of amphoteric surfatants (specifically alkylbetaine) which can impart mildness to shampoo and skin cleanser formulations and are often used in conjunction with nonionics particularly in baby shampoos.
Coco Betaine belongs to the class of amphoteric surfatants (specifically alkylbetaine) which can impart mildness to shampoo and skin cleanser formulations and are often used in conjunction with nonionics particularly in baby shampoos. Coco Betaine and Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) are often used interchangeably but aren't exactly the same. Both are surfactants with similar used, coco betaine has a slightly different chemical makeup. Coco-Betaine is more natural but it is also more irritating.