MEA-Hydrolyzed Collagen

AKA “Monoethanolamine Hydrolyzed Collagen”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Mea-hydrolyzed collagen

AKA: Monoethanolamine Hydrolyzed Collagen

Synthetic · Hair Conditioning · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Marine

Synthetic

Clean

Collagen, hydrolyzed, 2-aminoethanol salts Science: Process: Hydrolysis | Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used EU Restriction: III/61

Effective at 8.25%

Form

Liquid

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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.

Boosts collagen production

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

A contemporary synthetic complex created by treating hydrolyzed collagen with monoethanolamine in the late 20th century. Developed to improve collagen's solubility and skin penetration properties in cosmetic formulations.