Description

Lactobacillus/papaya fruit ferment extract is derived from the fermentation of papaya fruit (Carica papaya) with probiotic bacteria of the Lactobacillus species. This process produces an extract rich in nutrients and bioactive components.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
The extract contains a combination of bioactive substances derived from papaya and metabolites produced by probiotic bacteria during the fermentation process. These include enzymes such as papain, vitamins, minerals, and organic acids, which contribute to its beneficial properties for the skin.

Physical Properties:
Lactobacillus/papaya fruit ferment extract is typically in liquid or powder form, with a color that can range from light yellow to amber, depending on the production process and formulation.

Production Process (Chemical or Extraction):
Commercially, the extract is produced through controlled fermentation of papaya pulp with selected strains of Lactobacillus bacteria. The fermented liquid is then filtered and concentrated to obtain the final extract.

Applications:

Cosmetic: Used in skincare products to improve skin elasticity, hydration, and brightness.
Hair Care: Found in hair products to promote scalp health and improve hair quality.
Other Uses: Also used in formulations of dietary supplements to support overall health.
Environmental and Safety Considerations:
Lactobacillus/papaya fruit ferment extract is considered safe for cosmetic use, but it is advisable to conduct skin sensitivity tests before direct application. Sustainable farming practices are also important to reduce the environmental impact of papaya cultivation.

INCI


Abrasive agent. It contains abrasive particles to remove stains or biofilm that accumulate on the stratum corneum or teeth. Baking soda, kieselguhr, silica and many others have abrasive properties. Peeling or exfoliating products used in dermatology or cosmetic applications contain abrasive agents in the form of synthetic microspheres, however, these microspheres, or abrasive particles may not be biodegradable and create pollution in aquatic ecosystems.

Hair conditioning agent. A significant number of ingredients with specific and targeted purposes may co-exist in hair shampoo formulations: cleansers, conditioners, thickeners, matting agents, sequestering agents, fragrances, preservatives, special additives. However, the indispensable ingredients are the cleansers and conditioners as they are necessary and sufficient for hair cleansing and manageability. The others act as commercial and non-essential auxiliaries such as: appearance, fragrance, colouring, etc. Hair conditioning agents have the task of increasing shine, manageability and volume, and reducing static electricity, especially after treatments such as colouring, ironing, waving, drying and brushing. They are, in practice, dispersants that may contain cationic surfactants, thickeners, emollients, polymers. The typology of hair conditioning agents includes: intensive conditioners, instant conditioners, thickening conditioners, drying conditioners. They can perform their task generally accompanied by other different ingredients.

Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
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