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China Active Ingredient Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder for Personal Care Manufacturer, Exporters
Product Description
Product Introduction
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder is a small molecular protein peptide, making it easily absorbed. As a dual agent of protection and enrichment, it’s often added in Hair Care products such as hair shampoo, conditioner, etc. It has the function of enhancing the hair fiber's tensile strength and luster, inhibits brittleness and split ends, and is suitable for those whose hair is prone to dryness, frizz, or structural deterioration.
Support Customization
- 1. Customizable average molecular weight to be more fit-able for your formulation
- 2. Customizable color of water solutions
- 3. Complete clarification, no cloudiness of the water solution
- 4. Competitive price, safe and stable transportation, responsible after-sales service
Our Advantages
Optimized Formulations
Customizable average molecular weight to be more fit-able for your formulation.
Tailored Appearance
Customizable color of water solutions according to system demands.
High Clarity
Complete clarification, ensuring no cloudiness in the final water solution.
Professional Service
Competitive price, safe and stable transportation, responsible after-sales service.
Technical Data Sheet
| Product name | Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Appearance | White to light gray powder |
| Odor and Taste | Characteristic |
| Impurities | No visible impurities |
| Total Protein (as in dry basis) | ≥80.0% |
| Nitrogen | 13-15 |
| Molecular Weight | ≤2000 |
| Water | ≤6.5% |
| Ash | ≤6.0% |
| Pb | ≤0.2mg/kg |
| As | ≤0.5mg/kg |
| Cr | ≤1.0mg/kg |
| Cd | ≤0.1mg/kg |
| Hg | ≤0.02mg/kg |
| Aflatoxin B1 | ≤5.0ug/kg |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Coliforms | ≤1mpn/g |
| Yeast and Molds | ≤50cfu/g |
| Salmonella | ND/25g |
| Staphylococcus | ND/25g |
| Conclusion | Above test results meet customer's customization requirements |
Advantages of Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder
1. Superior Moisture Retention (Humectant Properties)
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder acts as a natural humectant, attracting and binding water molecules to the skin and hair. Helps maintain hydration levels, preventing dryness and flakiness. Often combined with hyaluronic acid or glycerin for enhanced moisturizing effects.
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder acts as a natural humectant, attracting and binding water molecules to the skin and hair. Helps maintain hydration levels, preventing dryness and flakiness. Often combined with hyaluronic acid or glycerin for enhanced moisturizing effects.
2. Strengthens Hair and Skin Structure
Contains amino acids (e.g., cysteine) that support keratin production, improving hair strength and reducing breakage. Stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis in the skin, promoting firmness and elasticity.
Contains amino acids (e.g., cysteine) that support keratin production, improving hair strength and reducing breakage. Stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis in the skin, promoting firmness and elasticity.
3. Protective Film-Forming Ability
Forms a breathable, protective layer on the skin and hair, shielding against environmental stressors (UV rays, pollution, heat styling). Reduces moisture loss (transepidermal water loss, TEWL) in skincare formulations.
Forms a breathable, protective layer on the skin and hair, shielding against environmental stressors (UV rays, pollution, heat styling). Reduces moisture loss (transepidermal water loss, TEWL) in skincare formulations.
4. Gentle and Hypoallergenic
Generally well-tolerated, even by sensitive skin types. While derived from wheat, Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder in cosmetics is typically gluten-free due to processing, but individuals with celiac disease should verify product safety.
Generally well-tolerated, even by sensitive skin types. While derived from wheat, Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder in cosmetics is typically gluten-free due to processing, but individuals with celiac disease should verify product safety.
5. Sustainable and Plant-Based
A vegan alternative to animal-derived proteins (e.g., keratin, collagen), aligning with clean beauty and cruelty-free trends.
A vegan alternative to animal-derived proteins (e.g., keratin, collagen), aligning with clean beauty and cruelty-free trends.
Applications in Personal Care Products
In Skincare
1. Anti-Aging & Wrinkle Reduction
Mechanism: Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder stimulates collagen and elastin production, reducing fine lines and improving skin elasticity.
Found in: Anti-aging serums, creams, and eye treatments.
1. Anti-Aging & Wrinkle Reduction
Mechanism: Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder stimulates collagen and elastin production, reducing fine lines and improving skin elasticity.
Found in: Anti-aging serums, creams, and eye treatments.
2. Deep Hydration & Barrier Repair
Mechanism: Enhances skin hydration by preventing water loss and reinforcing the skin barrier.
Found in: Moisturizers, hydrating masks, and barrier repair creams (e.g., for eczema-prone skin).
Mechanism: Enhances skin hydration by preventing water loss and reinforcing the skin barrier.
Found in: Moisturizers, hydrating masks, and barrier repair creams (e.g., for eczema-prone skin).
3. Soothing & Calming Irritated Skin
Mechanism: Amino acids like glutamine have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe redness and irritation.
Found in: Sensitive skin formulations, post-treatment serums, and after-sun care.
Mechanism: Amino acids like glutamine have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe redness and irritation.
Found in: Sensitive skin formulations, post-treatment serums, and after-sun care.
In Hair Care
1. Damage Repair & Split End Prevention
Mechanism of Action:
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder functions as a keratin-like repair agent due to its rich amino acid profile (particularly cysteine, glutamine, and proline). When applied to damaged hair, its low molecular weight allows it to:
Mechanism of Action:
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder functions as a keratin-like repair agent due to its rich amino acid profile (particularly cysteine, glutamine, and proline). When applied to damaged hair, its low molecular weight allows it to:
- Penetrate the hair cortex, filling in gaps caused by protein loss from chemical treatments (bleaching, perms, relaxers), heat styling, and environmental stressors (UV rays, pollution);
- Rebuild disulfide bonds, reinforcing hair’s internal structure and reducing breakage;
- Seal split ends temporarily by forming a protective film, preventing further fraying until the next trim.
Scientific Backing:
Studies show that hydrolyzed wheat protein(wheat peptide powder) increases hair’s tensile strength by up to 30% after consistent use, making it a key ingredient in bond-building treatments (similar to Olaplex’s mechanism but plant-based).
Studies show that hydrolyzed wheat protein(wheat peptide powder) increases hair’s tensile strength by up to 30% after consistent use, making it a key ingredient in bond-building treatments (similar to Olaplex’s mechanism but plant-based).
Be Applied in:
Repairing Shampoos: Often combined with panthenol (provitamin B5) for deeper penetration.
Conditioners & Hair Masks: Used in leave-in treatments (e.g., K18’s peptide technology) for long-term damage reversal.
Hair Serums: Blended with silicones (e.g., dimethicone) for instant smoothness and split-end mending.
Repairing Shampoos: Often combined with panthenol (provitamin B5) for deeper penetration.
Conditioners & Hair Masks: Used in leave-in treatments (e.g., K18’s peptide technology) for long-term damage reversal.
Hair Serums: Blended with silicones (e.g., dimethicone) for instant smoothness and split-end mending.
2. Volume & Thickness Enhancement
Mechanism of Action:
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder acts as a natural volumizer by coating individual hair strands, adding measurable diameter without weighing hair down (unlike heavy butters/oils); Electrostatically repelling fibers, reducing limpness and enhancing lift at the roots; Improving hair’s resilience to humidity, preventing collapse in fine or thin hair types.
Mechanism of Action:
Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder acts as a natural volumizer by coating individual hair strands, adding measurable diameter without weighing hair down (unlike heavy butters/oils); Electrostatically repelling fibers, reducing limpness and enhancing lift at the roots; Improving hair’s resilience to humidity, preventing collapse in fine or thin hair types.
Key Benefits:
Non-greasy thickening – Ideal for fine, oily, or flat hair that loses volume quickly.
Long-lasting body – Unlike salt sprays (which dehydrate), wheat protein maintains moisture while boosting fullness.
Non-greasy thickening – Ideal for fine, oily, or flat hair that loses volume quickly.
Long-lasting body – Unlike salt sprays (which dehydrate), wheat protein maintains moisture while boosting fullness.
Product Applications:
Volumizing Shampoos: Paired with hydrolyzed rice protein for a dual plant-protein boost.
Root-Lifting Sprays: Combined with polymers (e.g., PVP) for lightweight hold.
Dry Shampoos: Enhances texture and absorbs excess oil without residue.
Volumizing Shampoos: Paired with hydrolyzed rice protein for a dual plant-protein boost.
Root-Lifting Sprays: Combined with polymers (e.g., PVP) for lightweight hold.
Dry Shampoos: Enhances texture and absorbs excess oil without residue.
Product Flow Chart
Future Trends & Innovations
The future of hydrolyzed wheat protein powder in cosmetics and personal care is poised for groundbreaking innovation, driven by sustainability and advanced biotechnology. As consumer demand for eco-conscious formulations grows, the industry is developing upcycled wheat protein from agricultural byproducts and adopting carbon-neutral production methods. Researchers are also exploring therapeutic applications, including spray-on wound dressings that accelerate healing and gene therapy carriers for hair regrowth. These advancements position hydrolysed wheat protein as a versatile, sustainable biomaterial that bridges beauty and medical science.
Emerging technologies will further revolutionize how we utilize wheat protein in personal care. In dermatology, wheat protein is being developed into smart films that mimic skin's natural barrier for conditions like eczema. Nutricosmetics will leverage gut-skin axis science with prebiotic wheat peptides powder in next-generation supplements. As regulatory frameworks evolve to recognize these applications, hydrolysed wheat protein powder is transitioning from a functional cosmetic ingredient to a multi-purpose biotech platform with potential spanning beauty, wellness, and therapeutic fields.
Our Package
Inner by food grade plastic bag; Outside with kraft paper bag; Available in 15kg/25kg/bag, also accept customized quantity.
For more information, please contact us:
Tel: +8615209233790 | Email: [email protected]
Tel: +8615209233790 | Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the primary function of Hydrolysed Wheat Protein Powder in hair care?
It acts as a conditioning, strengthening, and repairing agent. Due to its low molecular weight, it easily penetrates the hair shaft to repair damage, reinforce tensile strength, and minimize split ends and breakage without adding excess weight.
Q2: Can Hydrolysed Wheat Protein be customized for different formulations?
Yes, customization is available for average molecular weights, solution colors, and liquid clarity to perfectly align with specific hair care or skincare requirements.
Q3: Is Hydrolysed Wheat Protein safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, it is generally considered gentle, hypoallergenic, and non-irritating. The extensive hydrolysis process breaks down gluten proteins, making it safe and well-tolerated for most personal care applications.
Q4: How does wheat protein benefit skincare products?
It provides humectant moisturizing properties by attracting water to the skin, reinforces the natural skin barrier, forms a protective anti-pollution film, and helps support collagen synthesis for anti-aging benefits.
Q5: What are the standard packaging specifications for wholesale?
The material is packaged with an inner food-grade plastic liner and an exterior kraft paper bag, standardly available in 15kg or 25kg bags. Customized packaging volume is also supported based on client demands.
