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Corn Gluten Amino Acids
AKA “Corn Protein Amino Acids, Corn Protein Hydrolysate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Corn gluten amino acids
AKA: Corn Protein Amino Acids, Corn Protein Hydrolysate
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from corn kernels, this natural amino acid blend gently conditions hair and softens skin, helping to lock in moisture and improve texture.
CAS #
65072-01-7
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Corn gluten proteins were extracted and hydrolyzed in the mid-20th century for use in cosmetics. This represents a modern refinement of traditional grain protein use for conditioning and film-forming properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR