Skin Conditioning

Zein

INCI: ZEIN
CAS 9010-66-6 EC 232-722-9
Zeins. A protein derived from Zea mays, Gramineae. It belongs to the prolamine class and contains seventeen amino acids
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Film Forming, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Zeins. A protein derived from Zea mays, Gramineae. It belongs to the prolamine class and contains seventeen amino acids

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9010-66-6
EC Number
232-722-9
INCI
ZEIN
Category
Skin Conditioning
Updated
Apr 2, 2026