murphyHydrolyzed Collagen
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract
Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
Origin-Derived (bovine/marine) or Biotech
Collagens, hydrolyzates. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of hoofs and horns composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin.
CAS #
92113-31-0, 73049-73-7
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
11 studies / 11 not sensitizing / plus 1 case report (CIR 192 and 744)
Not Phototoxic
Human test and Product formulation test found no phototoxicity in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 192 and 744)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
7 studies / 4 irritating / 2 mixed / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal to mild (CIR 192 and 744)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
21 studies / 7 irritating / 3 mixed / 11 not irritating / reactions minimal to severe (CIR 192 and 744)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.00003–16.5%
Rinse-off0.00003–3%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2016 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR