Palmitoyl Keratin Amino Acids
AKA “Palmitoyl Keratin Amino Acids, Keratin Amino Acid Derivative
Acid
Ingredient Facts
Palmitoyl keratin amino acids
AKA: Keratin Amino Acid Derivative
Acid · Cleansing · EWG: 3
Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Acid
Not Clean
Amino acids, keratin, 1-oxohexadecyl derivatives
CAS #
210545-23-6; 616-91-1; 1188-37-0; 2490-97-3; 35305-74-9
Form
Powder
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Functions
Antistatic
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Anti-Aging
Moisturizing
Improves Elasticity
Removes dirt and impurities
Reduces flyaways
Traditional Use
A modern ingredient combining palmitic acid with amino acids derived from keratin protein. Created to enhance hair and skin conditioning by combining the binding properties of keratin with improved penetration.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR