Hydrolyzed keratin is a conditioning protein ingredient used in shampoos, conditioners, masks and leave-in formulations. Ingredient grade selection and finished-formula testing are more useful than a fixed recipe for every hair type.
What the ingredient does
Hydrolysis produces smaller keratin-derived peptides that can be incorporated into suitable water-based systems. In hair-care development, formulators examine deposition, surface feel, combing and gloss.
Powder or liquid
HKP-P90 powder is a concentrated format for storage, shipping and formula development. HKP-L10, HKP-L20 and HKP-L30 liquids offer different supply concentrations. Account for the complete solids and preservation system when substituting one grade for another.
Building a trial formulation
Define the target shampoo, rinse-off conditioner or leave-in product. Check pH, clarity, odor, viscosity, preservation and compatibility with the surfactant or conditioning system.
Choose the trial concentration from the selected grade’s technical information and finished-product requirements. Run a control formula and assess the final product under its intended use conditions.
Source and documentation
The supplied keratin is feather-derived. A plant-origin conditioning concept requires a separately identified plant protein ingredient. Request the grade TDS, SDS and batch analysis for approval.
Product specifications and documents
Hydrolyzed Keratin. Each page provides the current grade information and available technical documents.
Questions and answers
Is hydrolyzed keratin a finished salon treatment?
No. It is an ingredient used in selected finished formulations. The complete product, processing and use directions determine performance.
Can one recipe be used for every powder and liquid grade?
No. Concentration, preservation and formulation compatibility differ by grade. Use the selected TDS and a controlled formulation trial.