Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Protein hydrolyzates, wheat, crosspolymer with 2-pyrrolidinone, 1-ethenyl-.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer 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 Protein/pvp Crosspolymer?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Protein hydrolyzates, wheat, crosspolymer with 2-pyrrolidinone, 1-ethenyl-.
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/pvp Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, hair fixing.
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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