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Hydrolysed Plant Collagen
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.
Part of the plant extracted:
Leaves.
Provenance, origin:
Spain.
Chemical characteristics:
A protein consisting of between 50 and 380 amino acids; Molecular mass: < 5,000 Da; Soluble in water.
Characteristics:
Emulsion, gel, true aqueous solution.
Dosage required in cosmetic products:
Between 1 and 2%.
Function:
Antistatic, cleansing agent, hair conditioner, skin maintenance surfactant.
Properties:
Emollient, humectant, firming agent, antioxidant, stimulant, protector.
Benefits:
All skin types, particularly mature skin; All hair types, especially fine hair. Recommended for sparse eyelashes.
Details
Usage
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).
Method of Preservation
Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and light.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
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.
