INCI name

RICE AMINO ACIDS

Rice amino acids

A mixture of amino acids from the complete hydrolysis of rice protein, used as a hair- and skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Rice amino acids is the mixture of amino acids obtained by the complete hydrolysis of rice protein from rice, Oryza sativa. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, creams and toners.

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 proportions of the individual amino acids.

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.

Products with this ingredient (9)

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