Lactobacillus/Hippophae Rhamnoides Ferment Filtrate is an ingredient derived from the fermentation of the fruit or parts of the Hippophae rhamnoides (Sea buckthorn) plant with the probiotic bacterium Lactobacillus. This fermentation process generates a filtrate rich in bioactive compounds that combine the benefits of sea buckthorn extract with those of probiotic ferment. It is valued for its moisturizing, soothing, and skin barrier-balancing properties, making it ideal for products targeting sensitive, irritated, or stressed skin.
Chemical Composition and Structure
The ferment filtrate contains a complex blend of nutrients, including essential fatty acids, antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E, and probiotics that help strengthen and rebalance the skin barrier. Fermentation enhances the bioavailability of these nutrients, allowing for better skin penetration and absorption. The filtrate is also rich in enzymes and amino acids, which play a key role in cellular renewal.
Physical Properties
Lactobacillus/Hippophae Rhamnoides Ferment Filtrate is a clear or slightly cloudy liquid, usually colorless or very pale yellow. It is water-soluble and easily incorporated into formulations such as serums, lotions, and facial masks. Its light texture allows for quick absorption without leaving the skin greasy or sticky.
Production Process
The production process involves fermenting sea buckthorn fruit or leaves with Lactobacillus bacteria. The fermentation is conducted under controlled conditions to maximize the production of bioactive compounds. The final product is then filtered to remove bacterial cells, leaving only the nutrient-rich filtrate.
Cultivation of Lactobacillus: Lactobacillus strains are cultivated in a specific growth medium optimized for the proliferation of beneficial bacteria. This phase is crucial to ensure adequate production of active metabolites during fermentation.
Preparation of Hippophae Rhamnoides: The fruits or parts of Hippophae rhamnoides are harvested and cleaned to remove dirt and impurities. This step is essential to ensure the quality of the final extract.
Fermentation: The fruits or parts of Hippophae rhamnoides are then added to the growth medium containing Lactobacillus. The mixture is incubated under controlled temperature and pH conditions to promote the fermentation process, during which the bacteria convert the nutrients in the fruits into beneficial metabolites.
Filtration: After the fermentation period, the mixture is filtered to remove undissolved solids, resulting in a liquid filtrate rich in nutrients, probiotics, and bioactive compounds derived from the fermentation.
Concentration (If necessary): The filtrate may be further concentrated through evaporation or other techniques to obtain a product with a higher concentration of active ingredients.
Quality Control and Packaging: Finally, the Lactobacillus/Hippophae rhamnoides ferment filtrate undergoes quality control checks to verify its purity, efficacy, and compliance with standards. After analysis, it is packaged for distribution and use in cosmetic products and dietary supplements.
Applications
Sensitive Skin Care: Due to its soothing and balancing properties, this filtrate is ideal for sensitive or irritation-prone skin. It helps strengthen the skin barrier, reducing sensitivity and protecting the skin from external aggressors.
Moisturizing Products: The filtrate is a powerful moisturizer, improving skin hydration and keeping it soft and smooth. It is often used in serums and creams for dry or dehydrated skin.
- Regenerative Products: With enzymes and amino acids, the filtrate promotes cellular regeneration and can help repair stressed or damaged skin.
INCI Functions:
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Health and Safety Considerations
Safety in Use
Lactobacillus/Hippophae Rhamnoides Ferment Filtrate is considered safe for use in cosmetics. It is well tolerated by the skin and does not pose significant risks of irritation or sensitization. Major regulatory authorities, such as the European Union and the FDA, approve its use in skincare products.
Allergic Reactions
Allergic reactions to this filtrate are rare, but as with all probiotic or fermented products, it is recommended to perform a patch test before use, especially on sensitive skin.
Toxicity and Carcinogenicity
It is considered a safe and beneficial ingredient for the skin, thanks to its balancing and regenerative properties.
Environmental Considerations
The ferment filtrate is sustainably produced through controlled fermentation, a low-impact environmental process. The use of probiotics and natural ingredients such as sea buckthorn makes it an eco-friendly ingredient.
Regulatory Status
Lactobacillus/Hippophae Rhamnoides Ferment Filtrate is approved for use in cosmetics by major regulatory authorities, including the European Union and the FDA in the United States. It is widely used in products.
Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) Studies
From the leaves and berries of the sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is extracted chloroform and n-hexane, components with intense antibacterial activity (1).
It is a rich source of vitamins C and E, carotenoids, flavonoids, anthocyanins, organic acids, amino acids, sterols, triterpenols and isoprenols (2) with an antioxidant activity.
The berries produce an oil containing carotenoids, palmitic, palmitolic and oleic acid, while the seed oil is composed of linoleic, linolenic and oleic acid as main components (3) .
This oil has traditionally been used to improve blood circulation and for the treatment of dermatological problems including wounds, gastritis, peptic ulcers, uterine erosion and inflammatory disorders of the genital organs (4).
Sea buckthorn has significant cardioprotective activity and a positive effects on the healing of the cardiovascular system, including inhibition of platelet activation (in particular platelet aggregation), reduction of cholesterol concentration, blood pressure and antioxidant action (5).
In this study, a positive evaluation of the topical effects on atopic lesions as it improved the severity of dermatitis by reducing epidermal thickness (6).
The results of this study on the extract of Sea buckthorn, provide a basis for affordable, low side-effect therapy for the treatment of psoriasis (7).
Cosmetics
It produces a regenerating effect on the skin produced by carotenoids, vitamin E and unsaturated fats contained in the pulp and seeds.
Other applications
It is placed in foods, candies, to give a particular taste.
Sea buckthorn studies
