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Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed zein
AKA: Zein hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed corn protein
Skin Conditioning · Antistatic · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
Protein hydrolyzates, zeins
CAS #
169590-58-3
Form
Powder
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Functions
Antistatic
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
Zein is a protein extracted from corn, traditionally used as a binder and protective agent in foods. Modern hydrolyzed zein was developed in the 20th century for cosmetics as a film-forming and conditioning agent.