INCI name

HYDROLYZED OATS

Hydrolysed oats

Oats broken down by hydrolysis.

What it is

Hydrolyzed oats are obtained by hydrolysis of oats (Avena sativa), which breaks proteins and carbohydrates into smaller fragments. CosIng lists them as antistatic, hair conditioning and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in creams, body lotions, cleansers, shampoos and conditioners.

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 reveal the degree of hydrolysis or the exact composition.

Functions

Antistatic
Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
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.

Products with this ingredient (57)

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