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Monascus/neofinetia Falcata 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/Neofinetia Falcata Flower/Rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and the flowers of Neofinetia falcata by the microorganism, Monascus.

What does it do?

Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran 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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

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

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Monascus/neofinetia Falcata 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/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate?

Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monascus/Neofinetia Falcata Flower/Rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran and the flowers of Neofinetia falcata by the microorganism, Monascus.

Is Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?

Monascus/neofinetia Falcata Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, 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: 18/08/2016