Yeast of the genus Saccharomyces, used as an antimicrobial, anti-sebum, binding and skin-protecting ingredient.
What it is
Saccharomyces is, according to CosIng, one or more species of the microorganism Saccharomyces, the genus of yeasts that includes baker's and brewer's yeast. CosIng lists it as an antimicrobial, anti-sebum, binding and skin-protecting ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in masks, creams and other skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal which species were used or whether the yeast is live, inactivated or otherwise processed.
Functions
- Antimicrobial
- Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
- Anti-sebum
- Helping control sebum production.
- Binding
- Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.