About Betaine, Natural Betaine, and Aminocoat

Betaine is a substance extracted from sugar beet plants. It is known for its moisturizing (humectant) and anti-irritant properties.

Natural Betaine is the form of Betaine derived from natural sources like sugar beet. It helps to:

• Add moisture, making skin smooth and soft.
• Balance moisture levels in the skin.
• Reduce irritation, especially when used with potentially irritating ingredients like Salicylic Acid.
• Strengthen the skin barrier.
• Provide moisture without feeling sticky, unlike some other humectants like Glycerin.
• Help dissolve and reduce irritation of ingredients like allantoin or salicylic acid.
• Increase foam in cleansing products.
• Prevent creams from drying out.

It is also beneficial for hair care, adding moisture and shine, protecting hair from chemical damage, and reducing damage from perms, straightening, and dyeing. In oral care, it can help reduce dry mouth symptoms and improve mouthfeel.

Natural Betaine is available in different forms, such as crystal or powder.

Regarding Aminocoat, it is one of the trade names used by manufacturers for Betaine. Different manufacturers may use different trade names for the same substance, Betaine.