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Surfactant

SODIUM CAPRYLOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

Updated
73

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Caprylic acid (C8) linked to hydrolyzed wheat protein — gentle cleansing and conditioning surfactant. Effective and mild, but wheat origin flags risk for users with severe wheat or gluten sensitivity.

Function

CLEANSINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing surfactant
  • Conditioning wheat-protein peptides
  • Antistatic for hair
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Wheat/gluten allergen risk
  • Caution for celiac users on facial products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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