Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Protein hydrolyzates, yeast. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of saccharomyces cerevisiae composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein 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 Yeast Protein?
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Protein hydrolyzates, yeast. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of saccharomyces cerevisiae composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin
Is Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein is 100684-36-4.
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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