Ingredient Guide
Glycoproteins
Also known as: Glycoproteins, Oat Glycoproteins, Silk Glycoproteins
All skin types
What It Is
Proteins with attached carbohydrate (sugar) chains. In skincare, glycoproteins from various sources (oats, silk, biotechnology) are used for their moisturizing, film-forming, and skin-conditioning properties.
What It Does
Forms a protective, moisturizing film on the skin or hair surface, helping with water retention and conditioning. In lash serums, helps condition and protect lash hairs.
Best For
Hair and lash conditioningMoisture film formationSurface protection
Benefits
- Natural-derived conditioning agents
- Film-forming — creates a protective layer on hair and skin surface
- Humectant properties help retain moisture
When to Be Careful
- Primarily surface conditioning — not an active for deep biological effects
Commonly Found In
Lash serumsHair careConditioners
FAQs About Glycoproteins
What do glycoproteins do in lash serums?
They act as conditioning agents that protect and moisturize the lash hair shaft, complementing the active peptides that target the follicle itself.