Phaffia rhodozyma ferment extract
AKA “Red Yeast Ferment Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Phaffia rhodozyma ferment extract
AKA: Red Yeast Ferment Extract
Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Ferment
Extract
Clean
Phaffia Rhodozyma Ferment Extract is the extract of the fermentation product of Phaffia rhodozyma Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Fermentation | Functions: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A biofermented extract derived from red yeast, representing modern cosmetic biotechnology applications. Fermentation techniques have been used to concentrate beneficial compounds and create novel skincare actives.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR