Pichia Extract

AKA: Pichia Yeast Extract
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
Pichia Extract is the extract of various species of the microorganism Pichia.
Family
Saccharomycetaceae
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Pichia is a genus of yeast developed in modern biotechnology for fermentation purposes. Its use in cosmetics is contemporary, employed for its potential skin-conditioning and preservative properties through fermentation byproducts.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
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