Phaffia rhodozyma extract

Phaffia rhodozyma extract 1
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AKA: Red Yeast Extract, Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Rare Antioxidant
Nordic Botanical
Extract
Not Clean
Phaffia Rhodozyma Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
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
Softens & Smooths
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A red yeast traditionally used in Asian fermentation practices. In modern cosmetics, it has been studied for its astaxanthin content and potential antioxidant benefits, representing contemporary interest in fermented ingredients.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR