Skin Conditioning
SALIVARY GLAND EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An animal salivary gland extract used as a skin conditioner. Animal-derived organ extracts carry prion and zoonotic-pathogen concerns and require strict sourcing/QC.
Function
Skin benefits
- Glycoprotein and mucin-class skin conditioning
- Enzymatic activity (amylase-class)
- Animal-protein moisturizing
Known concerns
- Animal-derived with prion/zoonotic risk if from mammals
- Possible immunogenicity from foreign proteins
- No CIR/SCCS review
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.