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Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment

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

What is it?

Lactobacillus/Sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of the extract of the red alga, Sarcodia montagneana, by the microorganism, Lactobacillus.

What does it do?

Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment 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 protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract 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 Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment?

Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lactobacillus/Sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of the extract of the red alga, Sarcodia montagneana, by the microorganism, Lactobacillus.

Is Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment do in cosmetic products?

Lactobacillus/sarcodia Montagneana Extract Ferment is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 05/02/2018