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Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract

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

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is the hydrolysate of the tissue obtained from the intestine of the pig derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.

What does it do?

Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

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

  • Nail conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine 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 Pig Intestine Extract?

Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is the hydrolysate of the tissue obtained from the intestine of the pig derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.

Is Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hydrolyzed Pig Intestine Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, hair conditioning, humectant, nail conditioning, 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: 07/07/2020