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BLOW LUGWORM HEMOGLOBIN

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Hemoglobin extracted from the lugworm Arenicola marina — a marine annelid rich in iron-bound hemoglobin that may support oxygen delivery to skin cells and aid in wound healing.

Blow Lugworm Hemoglobin is an extracellular hemoglobin (erythrocruorin) obtained from Arenicola marina, a marine polychaete worm. Lugworm hemoglobin is a giant multimeric protein (~3600 kDa) composed of ~144 globin chains organized in a supramolecular complex, significantly larger than human hemoglobin. This size enables it to carry and deliver oxygen efficiently without being contained in cells. The hemoglobin contains a heme group with iron in the ferrous state (Fe2+) capable of reversible oxygen binding. Topically, the oxygen-carrying capacity may support cellular respiration in hypoxic skin tissues and promote wound healing. The protein matrix may also provide a physical film-forming barrier on the skin surface.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT, REDUCING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • May support oxygen delivery to skin cells
  • Potential wound healing acceleration
  • Film-forming barrier properties
  • May improve skin cell respiration in hypoxic conditions

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived ingredient — potential for religious or ethical concerns
  • Protein allergens are possible with repeated topical exposure
  • Limited clinical safety data for cosmetic use
  • Risk of microbial contamination if not properly processed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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