Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract is an extract obtained from the fermentation of Poria cocos sclerotium with the yeast Saccharomyces. This fermentation process enhances the bioavailability of bioactive compounds, making it a potent ingredient with hydrating, soothing, and regenerative properties for the skin. Primarily used in cosmetics, Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve skin elasticity, and provide antioxidant protection against environmental damage.
Chemical Composition and Structure
This extract contains a blend of fermented polysaccharides, triterpenes, amino acids, and beneficial metabolites produced during fermentation. Polysaccharides help retain moisture and protect the skin, while triterpenes and antioxidant metabolites strengthen the skin barrier, reduce irritation, and promote a healthy, radiant appearance.
Physical Properties
It appears as a clear, water-soluble liquid, easily incorporated into serums, creams, lotions, and masks. Its lightweight texture makes it suitable for various skin types, particularly in formulations for sensitive, mature, or stressed skin.
Production Process
Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract is produced through the fermentation of Poria cocos sclerotium with Saccharomyces in controlled laboratory conditions. During fermentation, bioactive compounds are released and transformed, enhancing their efficacy and bioavailability in cosmetic products.
Applications
Medical: Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract is studied for its immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties, with potential applications in treatments for sensitive or irritated skin.
Cosmetics: Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract is widely used in skincare products for its hydrating, soothing, and protective properties. It helps improve skin elasticity, reduce irritation, and protect against oxidative damage, making it ideal for anti-aging serums and creams.
INCI Functions:
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.
Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.
Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.
Environmental and Safety Considerations
Saccharomyces/Poria Cocos Sclerotium Ferment Extract is considered safe for cosmetic use and is biodegradable. As a product of natural fermentation, it has minimal environmental impact. Sustainable sourcing of raw materials is essential to ensure responsible supply and reduce ecological impact.
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