Description

Saccharomyces/Propolis Ferment Extract is an ingredient derived from the fermentation of propolis with Saccharomyces yeast. This process produces an extract rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds that can enhance the beneficial properties of propolis. Used in skincare products, this extract can help improve skin elasticity, reduce signs of aging, and promote healthier, more radiant skin.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Saccharomyces/Propolis Ferment Extract contains a blend of compounds derived from fermentation, including vitamins, minerals, and bioactive peptides. The fermentation process can also create new compounds that may have synergistic effects with the active ingredients of propolis.

Physical Properties:

This extract typically appears as a light amber or golden liquid. It is water-soluble and can be easily incorporated into skincare formulations such as serums, creams, and lotions.

Production Process:

Fermentation:
Preparation of Ferment: Propolis is mixed with Saccharomyces yeast strains in a controlled environment.
Fermentation: The mixture ferments for a specific period, during which the yeast transforms propolis compounds into nutrient-rich fermented extracts.
Extraction and Filtration:
Extraction: The fermented liquid is extracted and filtered to remove unwanted solids.
Concentration: The extract may be concentrated to obtain a more potent solution.
Formulation:
Incorporation: The extract is blended with other ingredients and stabilizers to create skincare products.
Quality Control: Quality control is performed to ensure the extract is effective and safe for use.

Applications:

Skincare: Used in skincare products for its antioxidant and revitalizing properties.
Anti-aging: Helps improve skin elasticity and reduce signs of aging.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Saccharomyces/Propolis Ferment Extract is generally regarded as safe for topical use. However, it is important to ensure that the product is free from harmful chemicals and used according to established guidelines. People with allergies or very sensitive skin should be cautious and conduct a patch test before use.

INCI Functions:


Antimicrobial agent. This ingredient is able to suppress or inhibit the growth and replication of a broad spectrum of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by making the stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal.

Antioxidant agent. Ingredient that counteracts oxidative stress and prevents cell damage. Free radicals, pathological inflammatory processes, reactive nitrogen species and reactive oxygen species are responsible for the ageing process and many diseases caused by oxidation.

Humectant. Hygroscopic compound used to minimise water loss in the skin and to prevent it from drying out by facilitating faster and greater absorption of water into the stratum corneum of the epidermis. The epidermis is the most superficial of the three layers that make up human skin (epidermis, dermis and hypodermis) and is the layer that maintains hydration in all three layers. In turn, the epidermis is composed of five layers: horny, the most superficial, granular, spinous, shiny, and basal. Humectants have the ability to retain the water they attract from the air in the stratum corneum and have the function of moisturising the skin. They are best used before emollients, which are oil-based.

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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