Yeast Polysaccharides

Yeast Polysaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameYEAST POLYSACCHARIDES
FunctionFILM FORMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence9 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 33.3%Deodorant 11.1%Exfoliators 11.1%Face Cleansers 11.1%Facial Treatments 11.1%General Moisturizers 11.1%

Frequently asked

What does Yeast Polysaccharides do in skincare?
Yeast Polysaccharides functions as a film forming, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Yeast Polysaccharides 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 Polysaccharides?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (33.3% of its uses).

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