Palmitoyl Pea Amino Acids
AKA “Palmitoyl Pea Amino Acids, Pea Amino Acid Derivative
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Palmitoyl pea amino acids
AKA: Pea Amino Acid Derivative
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Synthetic
Clean
Plant-derived amino acids from peas that gently condition and soften both hair and skin, helping to improve texture and moisture retention.
CAS #
226993-78-8
Form
Powder
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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
A modern ingredient combining palmitic acid with amino acids extracted from pea plants. Developed to incorporate the plant-based protein benefits of peas into cosmetic conditioning formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR