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Humectant

SACCHAROMYCES/IMPERATA CYLINDRICA ROOT FERMENT EXTRACT

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica) root fermented with Saccharomyces yeast — delivers osmoprotectants for hydration. Mild and popular in K-beauty hydrators.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Strong moisturising via osmoprotectants
  • Yeast ferment metabolites support barrier
  • Mild and well tolerated

Known concerns

  • Limited independent clinical data
  • Variable composition between suppliers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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