Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 25 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN/PVP CROSSPOLYMER
FunctionFILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, HAIR FIXING
Prevalence25 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Sunscreens 48%Styling Creams & Sprays 12%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 8%Shampoos 8%Day Moisturizers 4%Face Primers 4%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer functions as a film forming, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer 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 Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (48% of its uses).

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