Skin Conditioning
HYDROLYZED DYBOWSKI FROG SKIN EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hydrolyzed extract from Dybowski frog (Rana dybowskii) skin — an unusual amphibian-derived ingredient with serious ethical, conservation, and safety concerns. Avoid in mainstream cosmetic formulations.
Function
Skin benefits
- Bioactive peptides with antimicrobial potential
- Possible barrier-supportive amino acid profile
Known concerns
- Animal-derived from a wild amphibian — significant ethical and conservation concerns
- Rana dybowskii populations are pressured by harvest
- Risk of zoonotic pathogen transfer if processing is inadequate
- Antimicrobial peptides can be allergenic/sensitizing
- Negligible published cosmetic toxicology
- Sourcing transparency typically poor
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.