YAK MILK

Skin Conditioning

62

Moderate

About YAK MILK

Milk from yak — high-fat, traditionally-used dairy ingredient. Conditioning and emollient, but a milk allergen source.

Detailed Analysis

Yak milk is whole milk from the domestic yak (Bos grunniens), traditionally used in Himalayan cultures. Compared with cow milk it is richer in total solids, milk fat and protein (including casein and whey). In cosmetics it is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient, similar to cow or goat milk. Cow-milk-allergic individuals can cross-react. Sourcing traceability, animal welfare and supply-chain chill-chain integrity are practical concerns. No specific EU restriction; dairy ingredients are subject to standard microbial-quality testing.

What It Does

HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Milk-fat and protein profile richer than cow milk
  • ✓ Contains lactic acid, lipids and amino acids
  • ✓ Traditional Himalayan beauty use

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Dairy allergen risk (casein/whey) for milk-allergic users
  • ⚠ Non-vegan, niche sourcing — traceability and welfare vary
  • ⚠ Novel-food-style regulatory questions in some markets

Safety Score

62

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.