Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Monascus/Lavender Flower/Rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower by the microorganism, Monascus.
What does it do?
Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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/lavender Flower/rice Bran 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 Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate?
Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monascus/Lavender Flower/Rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower by the microorganism, Monascus.
Is Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?
Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, 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: 30/10/2012