Hydrolyzed Extensin
What Hydrolyzed Extensin is & what it does
Hydrolyzed Extensin is a plant-derived protein fragment obtained by breaking down extensin, a structural glycoprotein found in plant cell walls. In skincare it is generally used as a conditioning and film-forming agent that can leave a smoothing, temporarily tightening feel on the skin and help bind water at the surface. As a hydrolyzed protein it is valued mainly for sensory and moisturizing benefits. No specific concerns are flagged for this ingredient.
What is Hydrolyzed Extensin?
Hydrolyzed Extensin is a plant-derived protein fragment made by breaking down extensin, a structural glycoprotein found in plant cell walls.
What does Hydrolyzed Extensin do in skincare?
It is generally used as a conditioning and film-forming agent that can leave a smoothing, temporarily tightening feel and help bind water at the skin surface.
Is Hydrolyzed Extensin safe?
As a hydrolyzed plant protein, it is generally considered mild and no specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Hydrolyzed Extensin
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Hanskin Hyaluron Relief Water Sun Cream
93/100
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Isntree Onion Fresh Fluid Sun Cream SPF 50+
92/100
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CHARMZONE Green Energy Sun Serum SPF 50+/PA++++
79/100
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DEAR SKIN Everyday Hydra-lightweight Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa+++
75/100