Commonly known as: Hydrolysed collagen, collagen peptides, collagen hydrolysate, collagen amino acids.
I.N.C.I. list name: Cocoyl Hydrolysed Collagen/Collagen Amino Acids.
Extraction process: Agroinfiltration.
Source: Plant-based (Nicotiana benthamiana) and biotechnology.
Botanical name: Nicotiana benthamiana.
Family: Solanaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves.
Origin, provenance: Spain.
Chemical properties: A protein consisting of between 50 and 380 amino acids; Molecular mass: < 5,000 Da; Soluble in water.
Properties: Emulsion, gel, true aqueous solution.
Required dosage in cosmetic products: Between 1 and 2%.
Function: Antistatic, cleansing agent, hair conditioner, skin maintenance surfactant.
Specificities: Emollient, humectant, firming agent, antioxidant, stimulant, protector.
Benefits: All skin types, particularly mature skin; All hair types, especially fine hair. Recommended for sparse eyelashes.
Facial Care (face serums, face creams/gels, lip balms, eye contour treatments, face cleansers, face masks, makeup removal foams);
Body Care (body balms/creams);
Haircare (hair oils, conditioners, shampoos, hair masks);
Makeups (tinted creams, lip glosses, foundation bases, mascaras).
Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and light.
With a structure similar to human collagen, hydrolysed plant collagen is a safe ingredient for topical use and is well tolerated. It is not known to be allergenic.