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White wavy lines texture on a surfaceIdentity Profile: Pea Peptides

Identity Profile: Pea Peptides

Commonly known as: Pea peptides, pea hydrolysate, pea extract, hydrolyzed pea proteins.
I.N.C.I. list name: Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide.
Extraction process: Hydrolysis of pea proteins through fermentation with the Lactobacillus bulgaricus bacteria.
Source: Plant-based.
Botanical name: Pisum sativum.
Family: Legumes.
Part of the plant extracted: Seeds.
Provenance, origin: Italy.
Chemical characteristics: A chain of 22 amino acids, primarily lysine residues; Soluble in water; Molecular weight: approximately 750 Da; pH: 4 - 7.
Characteristics: Suspension, emulsion, colloidal solution, true solution, gel.
Dosage required in cosmetic products: Recommended concentration: between 1 and 5%.
Function: Skin care agent.
Properties: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hair conditioner, fortifier, film-forming, moisturizer, smoothing, protector, volumizer.
Benefits: All hair types, especially in cases of hair loss.

Details

Properties

  • Film-forming: Retaining moisture and minimizing damage to hair follicles by forming a protective structure through the binding of amino acids;

  • Volumizing: Increasing hair density by stimulating the proliferation of follicular stem cells and shortening the resting phase (telogen).

Pea peptides are also believed to have 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 (volumizing 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 73 and 77°F, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

In the context of cosmetic formulation, pea peptides are considered safe to use, non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and non-toxic.

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Pea peptides (Pisum sativum) are hydrolyzed plant proteins composed of 22 essential amino acids, notably rich in lysine, a crucial building block in human biology. Produced through a fermentation process, this hypoallergenic plant protein has sparked interest and has become very popular in hair care formulations. Indeed, they are believed to offer hair antioxidant, strengthening, volumizing, film-forming, and smoothing benefits. They thus help to improve the elasticity and texture of the hair shafts.