Metschnikowia reukaufii lysate extract
AKA “Metschnikowia Reukaufii Lysate, Yeast Lysate Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Metschnikowia reukaufii lysate extract
AKA: Yeast Lysate Extract
Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Ferment
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
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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
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Hydrates skin
Supports wound healing
Provides antimicrobial protection
Traditional Use
A fermentation-derived ingredient from a proprietary yeast strain developed in recent decades. Used in cosmetics for preservation and skin conditioning properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR