HYDROLACTIN 2500

The Ultimate Moisture Retention and Conditioning Agent

Supplier: Croda Inc
Type: Technical Datasheet

HYDROLACTIN 2500 (Hydrolyzed Milk Protein) by Croda Inc is a premium hydrolyzed milk protein known for its superior moisture retention and conditioning properties. It is highly effective in enhancing hydration for both hair and skin, providing a deep conditioning effect that improves hair softness, body, and manageability. Hydrolactin 2500 is similar to hydrolyzed collagen in its ability to improve hair texture, making it an essential ingredient in high-quality hair care products, especially for virgin and chemically treated (e.g., bleached) hair.

Thanks to its high substantivity, Hydrolactin 2500 offers long-lasting conditioning effects that retain moisture even in varying humidity conditions. This ingredient is suitable for formulating a wide range of cosmetic products, including shampoos, conditioners, moisturizing lotions, and night creams. Its ability to form clear solutions in water at an acidic pH makes it versatile for a variety of formulations, ensuring optimal stability in different types of cosmetic and personal care products.

Key Properties:

• Imparts softness, hydration, and increased manageability of hair and skin.
• Hydration retention: Effective moisture retention, even in varying relative humidity conditions.
• Provides long-lasting conditioning effects, similar to hydrolyzed collagen.
• Forms clear solutions in water, suitable for both neutral and acidic pH formulations.
• Helps improve hair body, texture, and manageability.
• Vegan and Halal certified, derived from milk protein.
• Biobased ingredient, compliant with global regulatory standards.

Claims:

• Improves hair softness, body, and manageability.
• Retains moisture effectively, preventing dehydration in both hair and skin.
• Suitable for use in both virgin and chemically treated (bleached) hair.
• Forms clear solutions in water and can be used in acidic pH environments.
• Provides excellent substantivity, offering long-lasting conditioning effects.
• Vegan and Halal compliant, derived from natural milk protein sources.

Applications:

• Shampoos and Conditioners
• Moisturizing creams and lotions
• Night creams and setting/waving preparations
• Haircare products for both virgin and chemically treated hair
• Hydrating formulations for dry skin

Technical and Formulation Data:

• INCI Name: Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
• Dosage: Recommended usage level of 1–2%
• Solubility: Water-soluble, forms clear solutions in water and at acidic pH.
• Appearance: Cream-colored powder
• Odor: Slight, characteristic
• Protein Content: 12.0–14.0% (Nitrogen %)
• pH: 5.0–7.0
• Microbiological: Total count (opg) 500 max, Yeast and molds <100 opg
• Compliance: Meets global regulatory and safety standards
• Labels/Agency Ratings: Halal certified, Vegan suitable

Supplier:

HYDROLACTIN 2500 The Ultimate Moisture Retention is supplied by Croda

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