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Hydrolyzed Pea Protein

Plant hydrolyzed protein of yellow pea — a vegan alternative to animal proteins in cosmetics. Rich in arginine, glutamine, and lysine. Moisturizes, strengthens hair and skin, providing a gentle protective film of non-animal origin.

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Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Pea Protein (INCI: Hydrolyzed Pea Protein) — enzymatic or acid hydrolysate of pea proteins (legumin, vicilin). Molecular weight after hydrolysis: 1–5 kDa. Water-soluble. Gluten-free. Vegan. Functions: moisturizer, film-forming agent, hair and skin conditioner. Feature: enriched with lysine (a rare essential amino acid in plant proteins) → better for supporting collagen synthesis compared to other plant hydrolysates.

Vegan-certified cosmetics, shampoos, and conditioners without animal components, hair strengthening products, moisturizing agents for sensitive skin.

Key Benefits

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Vegan hair strengthening without animal components
Hydrolyzed pea protein effectively strengthens the hair shaft: small peptides (1–5 kDa) penetrate the cuticle and cortex, filling damaged areas. Adsorption on the surface of the hair shaft: improves cuticle smoothness, reduces brittleness and porosity. For vegan formulas: replaces hydrolyzed keratin (animal origin) and hydrolyzed silk without loss of effectiveness.
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Moisturization and NMF support
Pea hydrolysate contains glutamine (~18%) and arginine — hygroscopic amino acids of NMF. When applied to the skin: attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum. Arginine: additionally supports the synthesis of NO (nitric oxide) → improves microcirculation. Lysine: a building block of collagen. Comprehensive effect on the skin: moisturization + support of structural proteins.
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Protective film and improvement of hair texture
Hydrolyzed pea protein forms a gentle protective film around the hair shaft and on the skin. Functions: protection from dehydration, improvement of hair shine, reduction of static electricity. Without weighing down — unlike some animal proteins, pea hydrolysate provides light conditioning without the "weight" effect on hair. Suitable for fine and damaged hair.

Suitable for

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Main Actions

✓ vegan conditioning and strengthening of hair✓ hygroscopic moisturization✓ gentle protective film
Pea proteins in cosmetics — a clean beauty trend

Pea (Pisum sativum) — one of the most sustainable crops with a minimal ecological footprint. Pea proteins: vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free (pea is not among the top 8 allergens). Unlike soy protein (an allergen for some people), pea is less allergenic. Synergy with: hydrolyzed rice protein (lightness) + hydrolyzed wheat protein (strengthening). All three: a vegan trio for comprehensive hair care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hydrolyzed Pea Protein do for skin?
Vegan-certified cosmetics, shampoos, and conditioners without animal components, hair strengthening products, moisturizing agents for sensitive skin.
Who should use Hydrolyzed Pea Protein?
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein is suitable for: vegan cosmetics, sensitive skin, weakened hair.
Are there any warnings about Hydrolyzed Pea Protein?
Pea (Pisum sativum) — one of the most sustainable crops with a minimal ecological footprint. Pea proteins: vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free (pea is not among the top 8 allergens). Unlike soy protein (an allergen for some people), pea is less allergenic. Synergy with: hydrolyzed

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