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Skin Conditioning

MYTILUS EXTRACT

CAS 94465-78-8 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An extract of mussels (Mytilus spp), source of DOPA-rich adhesive proteins. Cosmetically functional but a real shellfish-allergen flag and not vegan-acceptable.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Shellfish-derived adhesive proteins (DOPA-rich) of interest as bio-glue
  • Mineral and amino-acid content for skin conditioning
  • Marine-extract marketing appeal

Known concerns

  • Shellfish allergens — significant for tropomyosin-sensitive users
  • Animal-origin, not vegan
  • Marine microbial/heavy-metal contamination risk if poorly sourced
  • Limited published cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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