Fermented Ingredients
Fermented Ingredients
Suitable Skin Types
Highlights of Fermented Ingredients
- Supports skin barrier through enzymes, peptides and acids
- Soothes and calms skin inflammation and sensitivity
- Better penetration of ingredients, making formulations more effective
- Potent antioxidants
- Natural preservatives qualities
- Reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL)
Products Containing Fermented Ingredients
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BonajourAC Control Green Tea Lotion
$25.00$25.00 -
Bonajour
AC Control Green Tea Skin Toner
$25.00$25.00 -
Dr Ceuracle
AC Cure Solution Blue One
$19.00$19.00 -
Mixsoon
Bean Essence
$33.00$33.00 -
Mixsoon
Bean Eye Cream
$35.00$35.00 -
Mixsoon
Bifida Ferment Essence
$33.00$33.00 -
Mixsoon
Bifida Mask Pack (5 Sheets)
$20.00(1)
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Mixsoon
Bifida Toner
$30.00$30.00 -
Haruharu Wonder
Black Bamboo Mist
$17.00$17.00 -
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream
$19.00(2)
$19.00 -
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Hyaluronic Botanical 2GF Wonderful Ampoule
$52.00$52.00 -
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream (Unscented)
$25.00$25.00
What is Fermentation of Ingredients in Skincare?
Throughout history, humans have practised the art of fermenting various foods and drinks, including wine, kimchi, and yoghurt. Fermentation is a natural metabolic process driven by microorganisms (bacteria, yeast, and enzymes) in the absence of oxygen. We’re familiar with the benefits of probiotics for our gut from consuming fermented foods, but what about the advantages of incorporating fermented ingredients in skincare?
Coming out of Asia in the 1970s, fermented ingredients in skincare have become a significant trend. In the fermentation process, the molecular structure of the ingredient breaks down, resulting in smaller molecules that can be easily and rapidly absorbed into the skin.1 This process allows the ingredient to maintain its integrity but in a more concentrated form.
Fermentation enriches the ingredient with nutrients like amino acids and peptides, enhancing its antioxidant properties compared to non-fermented alternatives. The enzymes in fermentation contribute to soothing and preventing inflammation, eliminating harmful bacteria and fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria.2
What can Fermented Ingredients do for your skin?
We can characterise the efficacy of fermented ingredients with the 3 P’s – potency, penetration, and preservation. The remarkable process of fermentation enhances the potency of the ingredient by increasing its concentration, and the additional enzymes, amino acids, and peptides intensify the formulation.3
Effective penetration is a key attribute of fermented ingredients. The breakdown into smaller molecular structures facilitates deeper absorption into the layers of the skin. Bioavailability, determining how the product reaches the precise cells or structures within the skin, enables the ingredient to work its wonders, resulting in enhanced and more visible results.2
Preservation is an inherent feature of fermented ingredients. Historically, fermentation was a method used to preserve food before the advent of refrigeration, and a similar concept applies to skincare. Without the need for harmful synthetic preservatives, fermented ingredients naturally enhance the shelf life of formulations.
In skincare, ferments stimulate the natural defences of the skin. They prove beneficial for purifying acne-prone skin, rebuilding the skin barrier for sensitised skin, or protecting the skin from pollution due to their antioxidant properties.3 Fermented ingredients can truly work wonders for your skin – definitely a must-try in your skincare routine!
How do you use Fermented Ingredients?
Fermented ingredients have found their way into a variety of skincare products—toners, moisturisers, serums, treatments, masks, you name it. Integrating fermented ingredients into your skincare routine is easy, given their natural and gentle properties. It can be seamlessly integrated into multiple steps of your skincare routine, whether it’s during the day or at night.
Although allergic reactions to fermented ingredients are rare, it’s a good practice to perform a patch test when introducing a new product into your routine. To be on the safe side, start the test with a moisturiser due to the potency of fermented ingredients.
Dive into the world of fermented skincare! Start with Son Reve’s bestselling Tri-Bio Treatment Essence, for a brighter, revitalised look. Try Herbloom’s Kombucha Vegan Collagen Cream, a rich night cream that plumps and strengthens your skin barrier. As you progress, indulge in Skinjuices’ Plumping Pumpkin for gentle exfoliation and detox. Finally, pamper yourself with Benton’s Fermentation Mask Pack, packed with fermented goodness and hyaluronic acid for ultimate hydration and a radiant glow.
Can you use Fermented Ingredients when you’re pregnant?
Topical applications of fermented ingredients are generally considered safe for use during pregnancy. However, because of the potent nature and concentration of some fermented ingredients, it is crucial to exercise caution. Clinical testing on fermented ingredients is still relatively limited, but the available studies have shown positive and promising results. We strongly recommend consulting your healthcare provider before incorporating skincare products containing fermented ingredients into your skincare routine during pregnancy.
SOURCES
1 Majchrzak, W., Motyl, I., & Śmigielski, K. (2022). Biological and Cosmetical Importance of Fermented Raw Materials: An Overview. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 27(15), 4845. Link
2 Zofia, Nizioł-Łukaszewska, Ziemlewska Aleksandra, Bujak Tomasz, Zagórska-Dziok Martyna, Zarębska Magdalena, Hordyjewicz-Baran Zofia, and Wasilewski Tomasz. 2020. “Effect of Fermentation Time on Antioxidant and Anti-Ageing Properties of Green Coffee Kombucha Ferments” Molecules 25, no. 22: 5394. Link
3 Pérez-Rivero, Cristina, and José Pablo López-Gómez. 2023. “Unlocking the Potential of Fermentation in Cosmetics: A Review” Fermentation 9, no. 5: 463. Link