Allowed in EU

Rice Ferment Lees

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

What is it?

Rice Ferment Lees is the lees obtained by the fermentation of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae

What does it do?

Rice Ferment Lees is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

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

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Rice Ferment Lees 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 Rice Ferment Lees?

Rice Ferment Lees is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rice Ferment Lees is the lees obtained by the fermentation of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae

Is Rice Ferment Lees allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Rice Ferment Lees is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rice Ferment Lees do in cosmetic products?

Rice Ferment Lees is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Rice Ferment Lees?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rice Ferment Lees 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: 23/11/2012