Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Monascus/Brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of the oil derived from the seeds of Brassica napus by the microorganism, Monascus.
What does it do?
Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil 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 Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment?
Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monascus/Brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of the oil derived from the seeds of Brassica napus by the microorganism, Monascus.
Is Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment do in cosmetic products?
Monascus/brassica Napus Seed Oil Ferment is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 11/12/2013