murphyHydrolyzed Saccharomyces Cell Wall
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Saccharomyces Cell Wall Hydrolysate, Yeast Cell Wall Extract
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Ferment
Not Clean
OriginDerived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast cell walls obtained through fermentation processes. The cell walls are hydrolyzed using enzymatic or chemical treatment to break down polysaccharides into smaller molecules.
Hydrolyzed Saccharomyces Cell Wall is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
1204060-83-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
2 studies / 2 not irritating (CIR 842)
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 842)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
1 study / 1 mixed / reactions minimal (CIR 842)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2024
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR