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SODIUM STEAROYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

CAS 222400-07-9 Updated
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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 wheat-protein-derived mild surfactant and conditioner. Generally well tolerated, but hydrolysed wheat proteins were linked to a 2010s sensitisation outbreak — wheat-allergic users should avoid.

Function

CLEANSINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Protein-based mild surfactant
  • Conditioning on hair and skin
  • Reduces irritation in cleansers
  • Plant-derived feel

Known concerns

  • Hydrolysed wheat protein triggered facial allergy outbreaks (Japan)
  • Risk of wheat sensitisation in some users
  • Variable molecular weight

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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