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Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/Umbilical Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of the placenta and umbilical cord of horses derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis.

What does it do?

Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical 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 Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract?

Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/Umbilical Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of the placenta and umbilical cord of horses derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis.

Is Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hydrolyzed Horse Placenta/umbilical Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 18/04/2018