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MONASCUS PILOSUS FERMENT FILTRATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A red rice yeast ferment used as a natural pigment and skin conditioner. Generally tolerated but supplier quality matters because of mycotoxin (citrinin) risk in food-grade chains.

Skin benefits

  • Red-yeast ferment used as colorant and conditioner
  • Pigment-rich

Known concerns

  • Citrinin mycotoxin contamination risk in poor-quality batches
  • Sparse cosmetic safety data
  • Possible sensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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