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Skin Conditioning

HYDROLYZED WHEAT GERM EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A hydrolyzed wheat-germ extract used for skin conditioning and film-forming. Generally well-tolerated, but high-molecular-weight hydrolyzed wheat proteins have allergy history.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-conditioning amino acids and peptides
  • Antioxidant phytonutrients
  • Film-forming feel

Known concerns

  • Wheat-derived — gluten/wheat allergen risk
  • Hydrolyzed wheat proteins implicated in past Asian recalls
  • Avoid in wheat-allergic users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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