Mucor Miehei Extract
What Mucor Miehei Extract is & what it does
Mucor Miehei Extract is sourced from Mucor miehei, a fungus historically used in biotechnology and fermentation. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient, contributing fermentation-derived metabolites intended to support a smooth, conditioned skin surface. Ferment and fungal extracts of this kind are typically included at low levels in serums and treatment products. It is generally considered gentle, though it is a less common ingredient.
What is Mucor Miehei Extract?
It is an extract sourced from Mucor miehei, a fungus used in biotechnology and fermentation. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What does Mucor Miehei Extract do in skincare?
It contributes fermentation-derived metabolites intended to support a smooth, conditioned skin surface. Ferment and fungal extracts of this kind are typically used at low levels in treatment products.
Is Mucor Miehei Extract safe?
It is generally considered gentle, though it is a less common ingredient. It is used at low levels in serums and conditioning formulas.
Sunscreens with Mucor Miehei Extract
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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bareMinerals Skinlongevity® Phyto-vitamin C Brightening Moisturizer Mineral SPF 30
74/100
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Murad Invisiblur Perfecting Shield Broad Spectrum Spf 30
64/100