Hydrolyzed Barley Protein
AKA “Barley Protein Hydrolysate
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed barley protein
AKA: Barley Protein Hydrolysate
Skin Conditioning · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
Hydrolyzed Barley Protein is the hydrolysate of barley protein derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Barley has been used in traditional medicine and skincare across many cultures for its moisturizing and soothing properties. Hydrolyzed barley protein is a modern ingredient designed to provide concentrated amino acids and improve skin conditioning.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR