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Ingredient Facts
Placental protein
AKA: Placenta-Derived Protein
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 3
Synthetic
Humectant
Not Clean
Placenta, ext. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, inorganic ions, etc. obtained from mammalian placenta
CAS #
84195-59-5
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Placental protein became a cosmetic ingredient in the early 20th century, particularly in anti-aging creams marketed in Europe and Japan. This is a modern development with no traditional medical or cosmetic history.