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Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate

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

What is it?

Kluyveromyces/Lactobacillus/Evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the volatile oil derived from the flowers of Oenothera biennis by the microorganisms, Kluveromyces and Lactobacillus.

What does it do?

Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate 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

  • Astringent

    tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate 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 Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate?

Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Kluyveromyces/Lactobacillus/Evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the volatile oil derived from the flowers of Oenothera biennis by the microorganisms, Kluveromyces and Lactobacillus.

Is Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?

Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/evening Primrose Flower Oil Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, astringent, bleaching, hair conditioning, 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: 15/10/2013