Ingredient

elastin

Low risk

FunctionPeptide

What it is

Elastin here is a hydrolysed form of a structural protein, used as a skin-conditioning agent. Source can vary by supplier.

What it does

On the skin surface it acts as a film-forming humectant that helps skin feel smooth, supple and hydrated. Claims relating to "elasticity" describe the cosmetic look and feel of the skin rather than rebuilding the skin's own elastin.

Typical use

Found at low levels in moisturisers, masks and anti-ageing products, often alongside collagen and hyaluronic acid.

Safety

Graded low risk as a cosmetic conditioning protein with no notable irritation history at use levels. Patch-test a new product if your skin is reactive. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk - cosmetic peptide with no notable irritation history at use levels.
Cross-reference

Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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