Surfactant
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A protein-based surfactant pairing hydrolysed wheat protein with undecylenic acid — gentle cleansing plus skin and hair conditioning. Generally mild; users with severe wheat or gluten sensitivities may want to patch test.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild cleansing surfactant
- Conditions skin and hair
- Antimicrobial undecylenoyl moiety
Known concerns
- Wheat protein can trigger reactions in gluten-sensitive users
- Variable molecular weight across batches
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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