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Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Aspergillus/Pichia/Sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is the extract of the residue obtained by the fermentation of Sorghum bicolor by the microorganisms, Aspergillus and Pichia.

What does it do?

Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract?

Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aspergillus/Pichia/Sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is the extract of the residue obtained by the fermentation of Sorghum bicolor by the microorganisms, Aspergillus and Pichia.

Is Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract do in cosmetic products?

Aspergillus/pichia/sorghum Bicolor Ferment Lees Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 17/04/2018