Hydrolyzed Corn Protein

Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 165 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN
FunctionANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number100209-41-4
EC number309-349-6
Prevalence165 products (0.18% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches1,000

Used in

Conditioners 16.4%Hair Masks 15.2%Shampoos 14.5%Heat Protectants 8.5%Leave-in Treatments 7.9%Styling Creams & Sprays 7.3%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrolyzed Corn Protein do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein functions as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Protein allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydrolyzed Corn Protein?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially conditioners (16.4% of its uses).

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