Identity Profile: Pea Peptides
Commonly known as: Pea peptides, pea hydrolysate, pea extract, hydrolysed pea proteins.
I.N.C.I. list name: Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide.
Extraction process: Hydrolysis of pea proteins through fermentation with the bacterium Lactobacillus bulgaricus.
Source: Plant-based.
Botanical name: Pisum sativum.
Family: Leguminosae.
Extracted part of the plant: Seeds.
Origin, provenance: Italy.
Chemical properties: A chain of 22 amino acids, primarily lysine residues; Soluble in water; Molecular weight: approximately 750 Da; pH: 4 - 7.
Properties: Suspension, emulsion, colloidal solution, true solution, gel.
Required dosage in cosmetic products: Recommended concentration: between 1 and 5%.
Function: Skin care agent.
Specificities: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hair conditioner, fortifier, film-forming, moisturising, smoothing, protective, volumising.
Benefits: All hair types, especially in cases of hair loss.
Details
Properties
Film-forming: Retaining moisture and minimising damage to hair follicles by forming a protective structure through the binding of amino acids;
Volumising: Increasing hair density by stimulating the proliferation of follicular stem cells and shortening the resting phase (telogen).
Pea peptides are also believed to possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which could impact the hair cycle and promote the health of the scalp and hair follicles.
Applications
Facial Care (cleansers, eyelash & eyebrow serums);
Hair Care (volumising shampoos, conditioners, masks, hair serums, detangling lotions);
Makeup (foundations, mascaras, eyebrow gels).
Method of Preservation
Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature, between 23 and 25°C, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
Within the context of a cosmetic formulation, pea peptides are considered safe to use, non-irritating, non-sensitising, and non-toxic.
