Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
AKA “Wheat Protein Hydrolysate
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed wheat protein
AKA: Wheat Protein Hydrolysate
Synthetic · Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from wheat, this protein strengthens and conditions hair while smoothing the skin. It helps reduce frizz and static for softer, shinier results.
CAS #
94350-06-8, 222400-28-4, 70084-87-6
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Wheat has been cultivated since ancient times and traditionally used in medicinal and cosmetic preparations. Modern hydrolyzed wheat protein was developed to extract water-soluble proteins for moisturizing and conditioning properties in skincare.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Potential Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 1.0% in leave-on products (11 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 624).
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR