Gluten-derived; film-forming on hair and skin; adds shine and manageability; NOT recommended for wheat or gluten allergy sufferers (patch testing advised); hydrolysis reduces allergenicity but does not eliminate it; SCCS has reviewed topical gluten safety, low risk from intact skin contact but flag for sensitive populations
Function & Common Use
Hair Conditioning / Skin Film Former
Conditioner
Hair products conditioners skin moisturisers
Vegetable (wheat)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Baby restriction: Wheat allergy: caution
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein safe to use in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Gluten-derived; film-forming on hair and skin; adds shine and manageability; NOT recommended for wheat or gluten allergy sufferers (patch testing advised); hydrolysis reduces allergenicity but does not eliminate it; SCCS has reviewed topical gluten safety, low risk from intact skin contact but flag for sensitive populations
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein allowed in India?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein used for in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein functions as: Hair Conditioning / Skin Film Former. It is commonly found in: Hair products conditioners skin moisturisers.
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein safe for babies?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein has baby/child restrictions: Wheat allergy: caution. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
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