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HYDROLYZED EEL HEAD EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Hydrolyzed extract of eel heads. EU animal-byproduct rules, CITES-protected eel species, fish-allergen cross-reactivity, and severe sustainability concerns make this an ingredient many EU brands avoid outright.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Collagen/peptide and amino-acid content
  • Reported skin conditioning
  • Mineral co-extracts

Known concerns

  • Marine animal byproduct under EU Regulation 1069/2009
  • Anguilla species are CITES-listed (European eel critically endangered, Japanese eel endangered)
  • Sustainability and ethical sourcing concerns
  • Possible fish allergen cross-reactivity
  • Often non-compliant or impractical for EU-marketed cosmetics

References

EU

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.