Hydrolyzed Whey
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Whey is the hydrolysate of Whey derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Whey is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Whey 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 Whey?
Hydrolyzed Whey is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Whey is the hydrolysate of Whey derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
Is Hydrolyzed Whey allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Whey is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Whey do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Whey is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 05/02/2018