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HYDROLYZED HORSE PLACENTA/UMBILICAL 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

A hydrolyzed extract of horse placenta and umbilical tissue. EU rules on animal byproducts plus possible hormone-residue and disease-transmission concerns make this an ingredient to use with awareness — many EU brands avoid it.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Peptide and amino acid content
  • Humectant properties
  • Reported skin conditioning in marketing literature

Known concerns

  • Animal byproduct subject to EU Annex II/Reg 1069/2009 restrictions
  • TSE/zoonotic disease transmission concerns
  • Hormone/growth-factor residues uncertain
  • Ethical and traceability concerns
  • Often unsuitable for EU-marketed leave-on 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.