INCI name

SACCHAROMYCES CEREVISIAE EXTRACT

Yeast extract

An extract of baker's or brewer's yeast cells.

What it is

Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract is an extract of the cells of the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, the species used in baking and brewing. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, masks, shampoos and hair 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 composition depends on the production process, which the label does not show.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (25)

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