Proteins from cow's milk, used as hair- and skin-conditioning ingredients.
What it is
Lactis proteinum is the protein fraction obtained from cow's milk, which consists mainly of caseins and whey proteins. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in shampoos, conditioners, creams and other hair and skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the proportions of the individual milk proteins.
Functions
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.