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SYNECHOCOCCUS/MANGANESE FERMENT

CAS -
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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 cyanobacterial ferment enriched with manganese, used in cosmetics for its purported antioxidant and energy-boosting properties; cyanobacteria ferments have emerging use in skincare but require quality control.

Synechococcus/Manganese Ferment is produced by fermenting Synechococcus (a cyanobacterium, commonly known as blue-green algae) in the presence of manganese ions. Synechococcus is a well-studied photosynthetic organism used in biotechnology. The manganese supplementation creates a ferment enriched with manganese-associated metabolites and cyanobacterial bioactive compounds. Manganese is an essential cofactor for superoxide dismutase (SOD), an important antioxidant enzyme in skin. Not specifically restricted in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II or III. Quality control is essential to ensure absence of cyanobacterial toxins.

Skin benefits

  • Manganese supports antioxidant enzyme function (SOD)
  • Purported energising effect on skin
  • Cyanobacterial bioactive compounds

Known concerns

  • Cyanobacterial toxin contamination risk must be monitored
  • Limited specific safety data for this specific ferment
  • Quality control essential for culture purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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