Skin Conditioning
HYDROLYZED PIG FEMUR EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hydrolyzed extract of pig femur bone tissue. EU rules on animal byproducts plus disease-transmission and ethical concerns make this an ingredient with serious caveats — many EU-marketed brands actively avoid it.
Function
Skin benefits
- Collagen/peptide content
- Reported skin conditioning
- Mineral co-extracts
Known concerns
- Animal byproduct under EU Regulation 1069/2009 with strict category-3 sourcing requirements
- TSE/zoonotic disease residual concern
- Ethical and traceability issues
- Often non-compliant for EU leave-on cosmetics
- Not vegan-acceptable
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.