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Human-derived biological

HUMAN PLACENTAL PROTEIN

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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Human placental protein is an extract from human placenta historically used for claimed anti-aging effects. It is banned in EU cosmetics, raises serious infection, hormonal and ethical concerns, and should be avoided.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Marketed as a source of growth factors and amino acids for skin
  • Claimed to support regeneration and anti-aging in some products

Known concerns

  • Banned from cosmetic use in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009 (human-derived materials)
  • Risk of viral or prion transmission from human tissue sources
  • Hormonal and growth factor activity raises endocrine and tumor-promotion concerns
  • Significant ethical and traceability issues with sourcing
  • FDA has issued warnings regarding placental cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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HUMAN UMBILICAL MESENCHYMAL CELL CONDITIONED MEDIA
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Same plant / compound family

25
HUMAN PLACENTAL ENZYMES
Skin Conditioning
 5
HUMAN PLACENTAL EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 12
HUMAN PLACENTAL LIPIDS
Emollient
 40
HUMAN PLACENTAL STEM CELL CONDITIONED MEDIA
 5
HUMAN PLACENTAL STROMAL CELL CONDITIONED MEDIA EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.