Yeast Amino Acids
AKA “Amino Acids from Yeast, Yeast-Derived Amino Acids
Acid
Ingredient Facts
Yeast amino acids
AKA: Amino Acids from Yeast, Yeast-Derived Amino Acids
Acid · Humectant · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Humectant
Ferment
Amino Acid
Acid
Clean
Yeast Amino Acids are the amino acids derived from Yeast
CAS #
65072-01-7
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Amino acids extracted from yeast through modern fermentation and processing techniques in the 20th century. Created to provide skin-conditioning and moisturizing benefits in contemporary skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
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