Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Coconut collagen surfactant, Conditioning agent
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Marine
Clean
Potassium salt of the condensation product of coconut acid chloride and hydrolyzed collagen
CAS #
68920-65-0
Form
Liquid
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Boosts collagen production
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Modern conditioning ingredient combining coconut fatty acids with hydrolyzed collagen (animal protein). Developed in the 20th century to create moisturizing and protein-enriched cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR