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YARROWIA LIPOLYTICA EXTRACT.

Valuable / HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Yarrowia Lipolytica Extract is a yeast-derived ingredient rich in beneficial compounds like peptides, amino acids, vitamins, and unsaturated fatty acids. It acts as a skin-conditioning agent, offering moisturizing and antioxidant properties.

Summary

Moisturizer/humectant Antioxidant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract delivers bioactive peptides with antioxidant activity and lipids that support skin barrier function. It also provides humectant properties, contributing to overall skin health.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Extraction and Characterization of High-Value Compounds from Yarrowia lipolytica W29 Using Sequential Hydrolysis - MDPI

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No data suggests this ingredient is commonly 'dusted' in cosmetic formulations, indicating it's likely used at effective concentrations.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

The extract's mixed components suggest an optimal pH range for overall stability and activity is between 5.0 and 7.0.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

While Yarrowia lipolytica is GRAS, and CIR deems the extract 'safe as used', a specific maximum cosmetic use concentration is not explicitly detailed.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Yarrowia Lipolytica Extract is a valuable ingredient, offering broad benefits through its rich composition, including antioxidant and moisturizing properties, with a good safety profile.

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