Ingredient
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Hydrolyzed animal collagen
Collagen hydrolysate
Collagen peptides (high MW) -- properly hydrolyzed collagen is shorter peptide chains
What it is
Animal-derived collagen broken down into shorter peptide chains through enzymatic hydrolysis, used for its film-forming and humectant properties in skincare.
How it works
Its larger peptides sit on the skin surface and form a thin film that holds in moisture and gives a temporary plumping effect as the film contracts when drying.
What it does
Humectant
Skin conditioning
Film forming
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.