Skin Conditioning
MAMMARY EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An extract of mammalian (typically bovine) mammary gland tissue. Once used in 'cellular' creams; today carries serious BSE/TSE-transmission concerns and is largely avoided in EU cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Historically marketed as a 'cellular conditioning' active
- Provides proteins and lipids of mammalian origin
Known concerns
- Bovine-tissue-derived — TSE/BSE risk under EU Reg 1069/2009 unless certified ABP-compliant
- Discouraged or restricted in modern EU cosmetic formulation
- No PubChem CID or published safety dossier
- Ethically and regulatorily problematic
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.