Pig Platelets
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pig Platelets are the platelets isolated from the blood of pigs.
What does it do?
Pig Platelets is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Pig Platelets 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 Pig Platelets?
Pig Platelets is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pig Platelets are the platelets isolated from the blood of pigs.
Is Pig Platelets allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pig Platelets is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pig Platelets do in cosmetic products?
Pig Platelets is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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