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PG-HYDROLYZED KERATIN

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A hair and skin conditioning agent derived from hydrolyzed keratin proteins with a strong affinity for keratin in hair and skin.

PG-Hydrolyzed Keratin is the propylene glycol ether derivative of hydrolyzed keratin, a protein obtained from wool or feathers. It functions as a film-forming and conditioning agent in cosmetics, particularly for hair care products. It is not subject to specific EU restrictions under Regulation 1223/2009 Annexes.

Skin benefits

  • Hair conditioning
  • Film-forming properties
  • Improves hair strength and elasticity
  • Skin conditioning

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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