Wheat Gluten
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Gluten Protein, Triticum Aestivum Gluten
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Clean
Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten is the hydrolysate of Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Gluten derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
CAS #
100684-25-1
Form
Powder
Functions
Moisturising
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Extracted from wheat for use in cosmetics since the mid-20th century. Traditional cultures have used wheat-based preparations for skin conditioning; gluten provides protein and film-forming benefits.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR