Hydrolyzed Hair Keratin
AKA “Keratin Hydrolysate, Soluble Keratin, Hair Protein Hydrolysate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed hair keratin
AKA: Keratin Hydrolysate, Soluble Keratin, Hair Protein Hydrolysate
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Hydrolyzed Hair Keratin strengthens and conditions both hair and skin, helping to smooth the surface and lock in moisture for a softer, healthier look.
CAS #
65997-21-9, 69430-36-0
Form
Powder
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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
Keratin, the primary structural protein in hair, began being extracted and used in cosmetics in the mid-20th century to repair damaged hair. Hydrolyzed hair keratin was developed to create smaller peptide chains that can penetrate the hair shaft and restore strength and shine.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR