Hydrolyzed Pig Liver 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 Liver Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract obtained from the liver of pigs derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Pig Liver 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 Liver Extract?
Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract obtained from the liver of pigs derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
Is Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Pig Liver Extract do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Pig Liver 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