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Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment

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

What is it?

Aureobasidium Pullulans/Rice Bran Ferment is the product of the fermentation of rice bran by the microorganism, Aureobasidium pullulans

What does it do?

Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment 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 Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment?

Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aureobasidium Pullulans/Rice Bran Ferment is the product of the fermentation of rice bran by the microorganism, Aureobasidium pullulans

Is Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment do in cosmetic products?

Aureobasidium Pullulans/rice Bran Ferment is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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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: 15/10/2010