Emollient
PSEUDOZYMA EPICOLA/EVENING PRIMROSE OIL FERMENT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Evening primrose oil fermented by a yeast (Pseudozyma) — gamma-linolenic-acid-rich and conditioning, with mild antioxidant bonus. Generally well tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Yeast-fermented evening primrose oil with bioactive lipids
- Gamma-linolenic acid for barrier support
- Skin conditioning
- Antioxidant phenolics
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic safety dossier
- Yeast allergy theoretical
- Composition varies with ferment batch
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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