TEA-MYRISTOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A collagen-derived conditioning agent with similar EU Annex III restrictions as other TEA-protein combinations.
TEA-Myristoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen is the triethanolamine salt of myristoyl-hydrolyzed collagen, functioning as a skin and hair conditioning agent. Like other TEA-protein derivatives, it falls under EU Annex III/62 restrictions due to nitrosamine formation potential. Within regulated concentration limits, it is considered safe for cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
- Hair conditioning
- Film-forming properties
Known concerns
- EU Annex III/62 restriction for TEA-protein combinations
- Potential nitrosamine formation
- Must be used within regulated concentration limits
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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