Barley protein broken down by hydrolysis, listed as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Hydrolyzed barley protein is the hydrolysate of barley protein, obtained by acid, enzymatic or other hydrolysis, and consists mainly of peptides and amino acids. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the hydrolysis method or the molecular weight of the peptides.
Functions
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.