A product of the controlled breakdown of Saccharomyces yeasts, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Saccharomyces lysate is, according to CosIng, the end product of the controlled lysis (breaking open) of various species of yeast of the genus Saccharomyces. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, serums, essences 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 show the yeast species or the composition of the lysate.
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.