Hydrolyzed Lactalbumin
AKA “Lactalbumin Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Lactalbumin Protein
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed lactalbumin
AKA: Lactalbumin Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Lactalbumin Protein
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Film Forming · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A milk-derived protein that helps soften and hydrate skin, leaving it feeling smoother and more moisturized.
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Film Forming
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern ingredient developed in the 20th century by hydrolyzing milk proteins to create smaller peptide chains for better skin absorption. Used in contemporary skincare as a conditioning and moisturizing agent without traditional historical use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR