Film Former
HYDROLYZED SACCHAROMYCES EXTRACT OCTENYLSUCCINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A chemically modified yeast extract — hydrolysate reacted with octenylsuccinic anhydride — to create a film-forming, skin-protecting ingredient with enhanced substantivity.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film-forming skin protection
- Beta-glucan barrier support
- Modified to enhance substantivity
- Soft sensorial finish
Known concerns
- Octenyl succinate modification limits clinical history
- Yeast-allergen sensitivity rare
- Sparse independent published data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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