Skin Conditioning
R-BOVINE POLYPEPTIDE-1
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A recombinant bovine-sequence polypeptide for skin conditioning. Recombinant production avoids animal-tissue contact, but bovine-sequence identity and lack of public review keep us at Moderate.
Function
Skin benefits
- Marketed for skin renewal pathways
- Used at trace concentrations
- Stable peptide structure
Known concerns
- Bovine-sequence identity raises consumer concern
- No CIR/SCCS dossier
- Historical BSE concerns about bovine-derived materials
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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