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HYDROLYZED PIG BILE EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Hydrolysate from pig bile — historically used as a mild surfactant. Restricted as an animal byproduct in the EU and bile acids can disrupt the skin barrier; rarely seen in modern cosmetics.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUSSKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE

Skin benefits

  • Contains bile acids with mild surfactant action
  • Historical use as emulsifier in niche formulations

Known concerns

  • Animal byproduct material restricted under EU Regulation 1069/2009
  • Bile acids can be irritating and disrupt skin barrier
  • Microbial and zoonotic contamination risk
  • Ethical and consumer-acceptance concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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