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Surfactant

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

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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 mild plant-protein surfactant from coconut and wheat, used for gentle cleansing and conditioning. Generally low-irritation, but a real-world allergen for some wheat-allergic users.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino-acid surfactant
  • Conditioning and foam-boosting
  • Reduces irritation versus harsher cleansers

Known concerns

  • Wheat protein can sensitize wheat-allergic users
  • Hydrolysate molecular weight affects allergenicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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