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QUATERNIUM-79 HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN.

Valuable / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

QUATERNIUM-79 HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN is a sophisticated skin conditioning agent designed to enhance skin hydration and texture. It actively helps to maintain the skin's moisture equilibrium by forming a protective surface film, preventing moisture loss and promoting a softer, more supple feel. Its smaller protein molecules are readily absorbed, contributing to its anti-irritant and protective benefits.

Summary

Skin conditioning Anti-irritant Protective Antistatic

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by creating a resilient, protective film on the skin's surface, which significantly reduces transepidermal water loss and locks in essential moisture. Its hydrolyzed, low molecular weight proteins facilitate absorption, supporting the skin's natural barrier function. This action results in improved skin texture, increased hydration, and provides calming anti-irritant and protective effects.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4.5 – 5
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient maintains stability but is susceptible to oxidation. It should not come into contact with strong oxidants, which can lead to combustion. For broader hydrolyzed wheat proteins, stability may be enhanced at a pH of 6.8.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidants

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Moderate

The CIR Expert Panel deems hydrolyzed wheat protein safe for cosmetic use when precisely formulated with a weight-average molecular weight of 3500 Da or less, or when polypeptide chains do not exceed 30 amino acids. It should be avoided on damaged skin, near mucous membranes, or in products with a risk of incidental inhalation. Higher molecular weight forms (e.g., 40,000-50,000 Da) have been associated with Type 1 immediate hypersensitivity, while lower molecular weight forms (e.g., 350 Da) have shown no significant dermal irritation or sensitization.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

QUATERNIUM-79 HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN is a valuable skin conditioning and protective agent, effective in enhancing hydration and texture when formulated with appropriate molecular weight restrictions to minimize sensitization risk.

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