What it is
Hydrolyzed collagen PG-propyl methylsilanediol is a hybrid ingredient in which hydrolyzed collagen peptides are bonded to an organosilicon group. This combination joins the moisture-binding character of collagen peptides with the smooth, conditioning feel associated with silicone chemistry. It is used to leave a soft, conditioned surface and to help form a light film on the skin.
Safety & warnings
It is generally well tolerated. Because the collagen portion is usually animal-derived, it is not suitable for those avoiding animal-sourced ingredients; protein hydrolysates are otherwise considered low-irritation.
Origin & sourcing
It is a semi-synthetic ingredient combining hydrolyzed collagen, typically of animal origin, with a synthetic organosilicon (methylsilanediol) moiety.
Questions everyone asks
What is this ingredient?
It is hydrolyzed collagen peptides chemically bonded to a silicone group, combining moisture-binding and conditioning properties.
Is the collagen animal-derived?
Hydrolyzed collagen is typically of animal origin, so this ingredient is generally not suitable for those avoiding animal-sourced materials.