Hydrolyzed Saccharomyces Cell Wall is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
1204060-83-2
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Shields skin from damage
Traditional Use
Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker's yeast) was traditionally used in European folk medicine for skin healing. Modern hydrolyzed yeast cell wall technology was developed in the late 20th century as an immunostimulant and skin conditioning ingredient.