Emollient
PELLIS LIPIDA
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A lipid extract from animal skin (Latin: pellis = skin, lipida = fats). Strong sourcing/ethics caveats and limited safety review — use only with full provenance.
Pellis lipida (CAS 91053-62-2) is the INCI/Latin name for a lipid extract derived from animal skin. The exact species and tissue source typically depend on the supplier; the EINECS-listed material is described as a complex animal-derived lipid mixture. Such ingredients raise sourcing-ethics, traceability, and disease-transmission concerns (BSE/TSE protocols apply if bovine), and most modern jurisdictions require strict documentation under EU Regulation 1223/2009 and animal-by-product rules. There is no SCCS or CIR safety substantiation specific to this material. Skin-lipid analogs (ceramides, cholesterol) sourced synthetically are generally preferred today.
Function
Skin benefits
- Provides skin-identical lipids
- Conditions and supports barrier feel
Known concerns
- Animal-derived skin extract — ethics and traceability concerns
- Possible disease-transmission risk
- Limited cosmetic safety substantiation
- Subject to animal-by-product regulations
- Synthetic alternatives generally preferred
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.