Hydrolyzed Metschnikowia Agaves Extract
AKA “Metschnikowia agaves ferment, Yeast ferment
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Hydrolyzed metschnikowia agaves extract
AKA: Metschnikowia agaves ferment, Yeast ferment
Extract · Skin Protecting · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
Hydrolyzed Metschnikowia Agaves Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of the whole plant, Metschinikowia agaves derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis.
Plant Part
Whole Plant
CAS #
1309127-75-0
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
A fermentation-derived ingredient from the yeast Metschnikowia developed in the modern era for cosmetics. Created to provide conditioning and skin-conditioning properties through biotech processing, not traditionally used.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR