Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is the hydrolysate of Sulfonated Wool derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin?
Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is the hydrolysate of Sulfonated Wool derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Is Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Sulfonated Keratin is -.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010