Emollient
MARE MILK LIPIDS
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A lipid fraction from mare's (horse) milk used as a skin-conditioning emollient. Marketed for sensitive skin, but evidence is limited and it is animal-derived.
Mare milk lipids are the fatty fraction extracted from mare's (horse) milk, traditionally used in central European folk skincare. The lipid profile is rich in oleic and linoleic acids and includes phospholipids and cholesterol esters. Marketed for skin barrier support and soothing of dry/sensitive skin, particularly atopic conditions, though most evidence is anecdotal or from small uncontrolled studies. Not vegan; potential cross-reactivity for those with cow's-milk allergy is plausible though not well documented. No GHS hazards expected; safety profile typical of edible-grade animal lipids.
Function
Skin benefits
- Provides skin-conditioning lipids
- May soothe dry/atopic skin
- Supports barrier feel
Known concerns
- Animal-derived
- Potential allergen for milk-sensitive users
- Limited controlled clinical data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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