Potassium Isodecyl/isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Rice Protein

What is it?

Potassium Isodecyl/Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Rice Protein is the potassium salt of the condensation product of a mixture of isodecyl and isostearic acid chlorides with Hydrolyzed Rice Proteins.

What does it do?

Potassium Isodecyl/isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Rice Protein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

• Binding

  holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

• Emulsion stabilising

  stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time

• Humectant

  draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

• Skin conditioning

  improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

• Skin conditioning - emollient

  softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

• Skin protecting

  helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Potassium Isodecyl/isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Rice 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.

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