Color-Care Protein for Smooth, Protected-Looking Hair
Quinoa is prized for its complete amino acid profile, and its hydrolyzed form has become a favorite in color-safe hair care. Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein Liquid BLP is the pure ingredient, without added actives, so you control the formula and the claim.
Why Formulators Choose Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein Liquid
Quinoa hydrolysate carries a modern, clean-label image and performs well on chemically treated hair. Suppliers position it for helping maintain the look of color after washing and for smoothing the hair surface. If you already use our quinoa and pea complex, this pure version gives you a flexible building block for new formulas.
Key Benefits
- Helps color-treated hair keep its vibrant look between washes
- Smooths the hair surface for softer feel and shine
- Vegan, gluten-free grain story with strong consumer appeal
- Light conditioning that does not weigh hair down
- Pure ingredient: you decide the supporting actives
Where to Use It
- Color-safe shampoos and conditioners
- Bond-care style masks and pre-wash treatments
- Leave-in sprays and heat-protect mists
- Curl creams and styling gels
- Body washes with a "superfood" story
How to Use
Add to the water phase or during cool-down below about 40°C (104°F). Mix until uniform. Recommended use level: 1 to 5%. This is a raw cosmetic ingredient for use in formulations only, not for direct application to skin or hair.
Characteristics
- INCI: Hydrolyzed Quinoa
- Source: Plant-derived (quinoa seed)
- Form: Liquid
- Solubility: Water-soluble
- Recommended use level: 1 to 5%
- Sizes: 4 oz, 8 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb and 8 lb
Formulator Tips
- For color-care claims, combine 2 to 3% quinoa protein with a UV filter suited to hair and a mild surfactant system.
- Pair with panthenol for an easy, high-performing leave-in base.
- Run wash-fade tests on dyed swatches to support marketing statements.
Pairs Well With
Build a complete system with our Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Quinoa and Pea Hair Complex and D-Panthenol 75%. Looking for more actives? Browse our hair care ingredients.
FAQ
How is this different from your quinoa and pea complex?
The complex is a ready blend with panthenol, pea and hyaluronate. This product is pure hydrolyzed quinoa for formulators who want to build their own system.
Is it vegan?
Yes, it is derived from quinoa seed.
What use level should I start with?
Begin at 2% for shampoos and conditioners and adjust between 1 and 5%.
Explore the Hydrolyzed Protein Range
Compare every format in our hydrolyzed protein liquids collection, see dry formats among our hydrolyzed protein powders, or start from the hydrolyzed proteins for cosmetics hub.
For cosmetic manufacturing use only. Specifications can vary by lot; refer to the Certificate of Analysis supplied with your order. Statements on this page have not been evaluated by the FDA and the ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.


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