Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
What Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein is & what it does
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein is a protein derived from conchiolin, a structural protein found in the shells and pearls of mollusks, broken down into smaller fragments by hydrolysis. In skincare it works as a skin-conditioning agent and a humectant, helping the skin feel smooth and hydrated. Because it comes from shellfish sources, it is an animal-derived ingredient.
What does Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein is a small-fragment protein from mollusk shells and pearls that works as a skin-conditioning agent and humectant. It helps the skin feel smooth and hydrated, which is why it appears in some moisturizing and pearl-themed formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein vegan?
No, it is not vegan. The protein is derived from conchiolin found in the shells and pearls of mollusks, which makes it an animal-derived ingredient.
Is Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein natural or synthetic?
It is natural in origin but processed. The base conchiolin comes from mollusk shells and is then broken down through hydrolysis into smaller, water-friendly protein fragments.
Sunscreens with Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
We rate 17 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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And Mirai Protect Uv Ex Spf 50 Pa++++
88/100
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Elixir Day Care Revolution Tone Up SPF 50+
88/100
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Clé de Peau Beauté UV Protection Cream SPF 50 Pa++++
81/100
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Guerlain Blanc De Perle UV Shield SPF 50+
81/100
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Nivea UV Deep Protect & Care Gel SPF 50+ Pa++++
81/100
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Guerlain Blanc De Perle Complexion Correction SPF 30 PA+++
79/100
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Forlle'd SPF 50
78/100
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Guerlain Blanc De Perle Smoothing UV Base SPF 30 PA+++
72/100
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Guerlain Blanc De Perle Lightening UV Base SPF 30 PA+++
71/100
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JERGENS Brightening Ultra Nourish Body Serum SPF 22 Pa++
70/100