Placental Protein

Placental protein is a peptide-rich cosmetic ingredient sourced from animal placenta or lab-made analogs. It conditions skin, improves formulation feel, and supports moisture retention for a more supple appearance.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A peptide-rich ingredient that conditions skin and boosts suppleness.
Category
Skin Conditioning
Type
Peptide

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves the feel of softness and surface suppleness by improving hydration at the skin’s top layers. Visible effects vary widely based on source quality and processing.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in rich creams, overnight masks, and concentrated ampoules to impart a cushioned finish. Also appears in eye creams for a smoother-feeling glide.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Generally tolerated, but animal proteins can cause irritation or allergy in sensitive users. Human placental materials face restrictions in some regions (e.g., EU), so compliant sourcing is essential. Patch testing is advisable.

Is Placental Protein a Good Ingredient?

The benefits are plausible but rely on variable composition and limited topical data, which is why it rates Fair. There's also a sensitization risk with animal-derived proteins, so results and tolerability can differ from batch to batch.

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