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Skin Conditioning

MILK

CAS 8049-98-7
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Cow’s milk used as a traditional skin softener — provides natural lactic acid plus proteins. Generally pleasant on skin, but the dairy-allergy and preservation challenges are real.

Skin benefits

  • Mild lactic-acid exfoliation
  • Skin softening proteins
  • Conditioning

Known concerns

  • Dairy/casein allergy potential
  • Requires robust preservation
  • Variable composition

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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