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Humectant

ELASTIN AMINO ACIDS

CAS 91080-18-1 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Amino acids from hydrolyzed animal elastin (usually bovine) used as a hair- and skin-conditioning humectant. Free amino acids are low-risk topically; the animal source is the main caveat for traceability and ethics.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin and hair conditioning
  • Humectant amino acid blend
  • Long history of cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (typically bovine)
  • Source-traceability and TSE controls required
  • Marketing-driven anti-aging claims

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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