| What is it? |
Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein is protein from quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) that has been modified to make it water soluble. |
| INCI |
Hydrolyzed Quinoa |
| Appearance |
Thin brown liquid |
| Usage rate |
1–10% |
| Texture |
Thin, watery |
| Scent |
Mild |
| Approximate Melting Point |
Liquid at room temperature |
| pH |
4–5.5 |
| Charge |
Hydrolyzed quinoa protein contains proteins with both cationic (positive) and anionic (negative) charges. |
| Solubility |
Water |
| Why do we use it in formulations? |
Hydrolyzed quinoa protein is excellent for hair care, helping increase substantivity, protect the hair, increase hair dye uptake, and reducing hair dye wash-out. It is a good hydrolyzed protein choice for anyone seeking a vegan, gluten-free option. |
| Do you need it? |
No |
| Refined or unrefined? |
Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein only exists as a refined product. |
| Strengths |
Hydrolyzed quinoa protein is fantastic for hair care products, adding shine, helping to protect the hair, and extending colour retention. |
| Weaknesses |
It’s one of the harder-to-find hydrolyzed proteins. |
| Alternatives & Substitutions | |
| How to Work with It |
Include hydrolyzed quinoa protein in the water phase of your formulations; it should be added to the cool down phase or cold processed. |
| Storage & Shelf Life |
Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein should last eighteen months. |
| Tips, Tricks, and Quirks |
Quinoa is a vegan complete protein, containing seventeen amino acids, which includes all eight essential (meaning our bodies cannot product them) amino acids. |
| Recommended starter amount |
30mL (1fl oz) |
| Where to Buy it |
Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier. |
Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein
Originally published on April 12, 2019