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Mortierella isabellina oil is the oily extract obtained from the cultures of Mortierella isabellina, a widespread saprophytic fungus of the Mortierellaceae family that is found in the earth. Mortierella isabelliona species are not pathogenic to either animals or plants.
Mortierella isabellina oil is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer