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Antimicrobial

HYDROLYZED LACTOFERRIN

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A milk-derived iron-binding glycoprotein, broken into smaller fragments for cosmetic use — antimicrobial via iron sequestration. Generally well tolerated, but it's a dairy-derived ingredient and not suitable for milk-allergic users.

Function

ANTI-SEBORRHEICANTIMICROBIALANTI-SEBUMORAL CARESKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial via iron-sequestration
  • Anti-inflammatory potential
  • Skin conditioning
  • Naturally derived bioactive

Known concerns

  • Milk-derived — not vegan
  • Potential dairy-allergen cross-reactivity
  • Independent cosmetic clinical data limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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