Zein
Zein is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | ZEIN |
| Function | FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | 9010-66-6 |
| EC number | 232-722-9 |
| Prevalence | 6 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 1,600 |
Used in
Hair Masks 50%Hair Oils 33.3%Leave-in Conditioners 16.7%
Frequently asked
- What does Zein do in skincare?
- Zein functions as a film forming, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Zein allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Zein?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair masks (50% of its uses).
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