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Hydrolyzed Collagen

Hydrolyzed collagen / Collagen peptides

Safety Notes

Topical collagen cannot penetrate to dermis, acts as humectant and film former; marine collagen from fish scales/skin available; bovine from hide; not vegan; plant-based collagen boosters (peptides) functionally different; distinguish between 'collagen' (film forming) and 'collagen synthesis boosting' claims (requires clinical evidence)

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin Conditioning / Moisturising

Category

Conditioner

Common In

Moisturisers serums masks hair products

Origin

Animal (bovine/porcine/marine)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Collagen safe to use in skincare?

Hydrolyzed Collagen has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Topical collagen cannot penetrate to dermis, acts as humectant and film former; marine collagen from fish scales/skin available; bovine from hide; not vegan; plant-based collagen boosters (peptides) functionally different; distinguish between 'collagen' (film forming) and 'collagen synthesis boosting' claims (requires clinical evidence)

Is Hydrolyzed Collagen allowed in India?

Hydrolyzed Collagen is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Hydrolyzed Collagen used for in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Collagen functions as: Skin Conditioning / Moisturising. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers serums masks hair products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS9015-54-7
ECN/A

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