Sweet almond protein broken down by hydrolysis, used as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Hydrolyzed sweet almond protein is the hydrolysate of protein from sweet almond, Prunus amygdalus dulcis, obtained by acid, enzymatic or other hydrolysis; it consists of peptides and amino acids. CosIng lists it as an antistatic, hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks and creams.
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 hydrolysis method or the molecular weight of the peptides.
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 (6)
- Aloe mleczko po opalaniu, nawilżające 200 ml · equilibra
- Shampooing crème · centifolia
- Trois-en-un gel douche · Body Nature
- Fortifying care mask · Actiforce
- Shampooing crème éclat couleur cheveux colorés grenade bio et framboise bio · Douce Nature
- Shampooing reflets cheveux blonds camomille bio & avoine bio · Douce Nature