Monascus/rice Ferment
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Monascus/Rice Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of grains of Oryza sativa by the microorganism, Monascus purpureus.
What does it do?
Monascus/rice Ferment 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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Monascus/rice 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/rice Ferment?
Monascus/rice Ferment is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Monascus/Rice Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of grains of Oryza sativa by the microorganism, Monascus purpureus.
Is Monascus/rice Ferment allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Monascus/rice Ferment is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Monascus/rice Ferment do in cosmetic products?
Monascus/rice Ferment is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Monascus/rice Ferment?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Monascus/rice Ferment is -.
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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: 16/07/2018