LACTIS LIPIDA
Emollient
Good
About LACTIS LIPIDA
The INCI for milk fat — the lipid fraction of milk. Rich in skin-compatible fatty acids, great emollient. Main caveat: dairy allergy.
Detailed Analysis
Lactis Lipida (milk lipids) is the cosmetic ingredient term for the lipid fraction of milk (primarily cow). It is a complex natural blend of triglycerides (short-, medium-, and long-chain), phospholipids, sphingolipids, and minor cholesterol. These lipids are structurally compatible with skin lipids and deliver emolliency, barrier support, and a soft feel in moisturizers and body products. Regulatory status is uncomplicated — milk fat is a food ingredient with extensive human exposure history. The main allergy concern is for people with cow's milk protein allergy; highly purified lipid fractions generally contain negligible protein, but this varies by supplier. Not dedicated CIR-reviewed under this INCI, but the food-grade parent material is exhaustively characterized.
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Natural milk-derived lipid blend — skin-similar fatty acids
- ✓ Emollient and moisturizing
- ✓ Contains trace sphingolipids and phospholipids
- ✓ Low irritation profile
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Potential dairy allergen for those with cow's milk allergy
- ⚠ Variable composition by supplier
- ⚠ Must be properly preserved (biodegradable)
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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