Skin Conditioning
CALF BLOOD EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An extract of bovine calf blood, related to the pharmaceutical Solcoseryl. Modern EU prion regulation and the material's pharma-grade origin make it inappropriate as a cosmetic ingredient.
Function
Skin benefits
- Historically marketed as a wound-healing/regenerative active (deproteinised calf-blood haemodialysate)
- Pharmaceutical analogue (Solcoseryl/Actovegin) studied for circulation
Known concerns
- Bovine ABP — TSE/BSE prion risk under EU Reg 1069/2009
- Pharmaceutical-grade material, not a cosmetic-first ingredient
- Ethical and supply-chain concerns
- Subject to EU controls discouraging cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.