Lipomyces Lipid Bodies
AKA “Lipomyces starkeyi lipid bodies
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Lipomyces lipid bodies
AKA: Lipomyces starkeyi lipid bodies
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Lipomyces Lipid Bodies is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
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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.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
Lipomyces is a yeast genus first identified in the 20th century. Its lipid-rich cellular components were developed for use in modern skincare as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
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