Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of fish scales and skin derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract?
Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/Skin Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of fish scales and skin derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis.
Is Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Fish Scale/skin Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 05/04/2019