Lupinus Albus Protein
AKA “White Lupin”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Lupinus albus protein
AKA: White Lupin
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Humectant
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A plant protein from Mediterranean white lupins that conditions and softens skin, helping it feel smooth and supple.
CAS #
84082-55-3
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
White lupine has been used as a protein-rich food source in Mediterranean and European traditional medicine for centuries. Modern cosmetic use focuses on extracted proteins for skin conditioning, a 20th-century innovation.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR