Get a Free 5ml Mini Now Free 5ml Mini With Every Order of The Mantle
Moumoujus

HYDROLYZED PIG SKIN EXTRACT.

Valuable / ANTI-SEBUM, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, NAIL CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Hydrolyzed Pig Skin Extract is a form of hydrolyzed collagen, characterized by its low molecular weight peptides. This ingredient primarily functions as a humectant, aiming to enhance skin hydration by attracting and retaining water, while also serving as a general skin and hair conditioning agent.

Summary

Humectant Skin Conditioning Agent Hair Conditioning Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

Comprising small peptides typically ranging from 3–6 KDa, this extract acts topically as a humectant, drawing moisture into the skin to improve its water retention capacity. While primarily a skin conditioning agent when applied topically, ingested collagen peptides are known to stimulate dermal matrix synthesis, which can lead to improvements in skin elasticity and hydration by increasing the presence of water-binding proteoglycans.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Ingested porcine-derived specific collagen peptides demonstrated an average 7% increase in skin elasticity.
  2. 02 Ingested bovine-derived specific collagen peptides led to an 18% improvement in skin hydration after 4 weeks, increasing to 26% after 8 weeks, attributed to enhanced proteoglycan synthesis.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Information regarding dusting potential is not available in the provided research data.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

The extract demonstrates stability within a slightly acidic to neutral pH range. A 10% solution of gelatin hydrolysate from pork skin typically exhibits a pH of 5.75 ± 0.75, with reconstituted gelatin powder stable between pH 4.5 and 6.6. Broader pH ranges (e.g., 6.5-8.5) may be involved during enzymatic extraction processes.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
50%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded that Hydrolyzed Collagen, including porcine-sourced variants, is safe for use at concentrations up to 50%. Collagen peptides, a form of hydrolyzed collagen, have been awarded GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status by the FDA. Human studies at 50% concentration showed no irritation, and a Human Repeat Insult Patch Test (HRIPT) at 20% demonstrated non-sensitizing effects, with no clinical reports of allergies.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Hydrolyzed Pig Skin Extract is a valuable humectant and skin conditioning agent, effectively improving skin hydration and texture, backed by a strong safety profile across all skin types.

Related

Similar Ingredients

Finding similar ingredients…