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Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate

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

What is it?

Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate is the product obtained after the lysis of the cultured cells of the microorganism Yarrowia lipolytica.

What does it do?

Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate 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

Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate 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 Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate?

Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate is the product obtained after the lysis of the cultured cells of the microorganism Yarrowia lipolytica.

Is Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate do in cosmetic products?

Yarrowia Lipolytica Ferment Lysate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 24/04/2020