Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten
A cosmetic ingredient used as moisturising, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is the hydrolysate of Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Gluten derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Moisturising
increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten 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 Wheat Gluten?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is the hydrolysate of Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Gluten derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is 100684-25-1.
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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