Yeast Beta-Glucan

Yeast Beta-Glucan is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 26 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameFAEX BETA-GLUCAN
FunctionFILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number-
Prevalence26 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Serums 26.9%Ampoules 15.4%General Moisturizers 15.4%Eye Moisturizers 11.5%Eye Masks 7.7%Toners 7.7%

Frequently asked

What does Yeast Beta-Glucan do in skincare?
Yeast Beta-Glucan functions as a film forming, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Yeast Beta-Glucan allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Yeast Beta-Glucan?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (26.9% of its uses).

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