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HYDROLYZED VEGETABLE PROTEIN.

Optional CAS 100209-45-8 / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein is a multi-functional plant-derived ingredient, broken down into small peptides and amino acids for optimized skin absorption. It acts as a potent humectant, significantly boosting skin hydration and contributing to barrier strength. This ingredient aims to enhance skin plumpness, elasticity, and overall resilience for various skin types.

Summary

Humectant Skin-conditioning agent Barrier strengthening Collagen booster Cell regeneration

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functioning primarily as a humectant, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein attracts and binds water, forming a hydrating protein-lipid mixture on the skin's surface to maintain moisture. Its low molecular weight allows for deeper penetration, supporting cellular regeneration and aiding in the repair of damaged tissues. It also helps strengthen the skin barrier, provides dermo-protection, stimulates collagen production for improved elasticity, and exhibits film-forming properties while potentially balancing oil production.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 An in vivo study indicated that a 1.0% concentration of Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein significantly improved skin extensibility, a recognized marker for enhanced skin moisturization. However, regulatory guidelines limit its cosmetic use to a maximum concentration of 0.0025%.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

For optimal stability, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein should be integrated into the aqueous or cooling phase of a formulation, with strict avoidance of high heat during processing.

Synergies

  • Generally compatible with almost all compounds used in personal care products.

Conflicts

  • Formulations must consider the potential for trace gluten if the ingredient is wheat-derived, a common sourcing method.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
0.0025%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel (CIR) has deemed Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein safe for cosmetic use up to a maximum concentration of 0.0025%. It presents a low risk of irritation to skin and eyes and has a minimal sensitizing potential. While dietary consumption has rarely been linked to MSG symptom complex in sensitive individuals, no adverse effects from its topical cosmetic application have been documented in published literature.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

While mechanistically a versatile humectant and skin-conditioning agent, its clinically demonstrated efficacy at 1.0% significantly exceeds the CIR-recommended maximum safe concentration of 0.0025%, suggesting its practical value for targeted efficacy might be limited without further study at safe levels.

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