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Skin Conditioning

HEPARIN

CAS 9005-49-6
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A natural sulfated polysaccharide best known as an anticoagulant drug, used topically for soothing and bruise recovery. Animal-derived and not for broken skin; otherwise well-tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory and soothing
  • Improves microcirculation
  • Can support bruise/redness recovery

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (porcine/bovine origin)
  • Potential systemic effect at very high doses
  • Not for broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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