murphyPichia heedii extract
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Pichia Heedii Yeast Extract
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
OriginPichia heedii is a unicellular yeast organism belonging to the Saccharomycetaceae family, naturally occurring in various environments. The extract is obtained through fermentation and subsequent extraction of metabolites from cultured yeast cells.
Pichia Heedii Extract is the extract of the yeast, Pichia heedii, Saccharomycetaceae.
Family
Saccharomycetaceae
CAS #
1801269-82-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️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
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 842)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 842)
Dermal Absorption 0.2%
in vitro dermal absorption assay per OECD TG 428 (Table 9) / emulsion containing 30% Pichia Heedii Extract / 24 h / table read from text layer row order (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