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Humectant

N-HYALURONOYL LACTOFERRIN

88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A conjugate of hyaluronic acid and the iron-binding protein lactoferrin. Acts as a moisture-binding humectant with mild antimicrobial benefits. Both parent molecules have strong safety records.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Strong humectant — pulls and holds water in skin
  • Combines barrier-supporting lactoferrin with HA
  • Antimicrobial support from lactoferrin domain

Known concerns

  • High molecular weight limits deep penetration — surface effect only
  • Animal-derived lactoferrin component depending on source

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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