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Common Name(s): Leuconostoc ferment lysate filtrate,leuconostoc species (heterofermentative lactic acid bacterium) ferment,general substrate (lysate form) ferment filtrate
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers bioactive compounds from leuconostoc species (heterofermentative lactic acid bacterium) fermentation to condition and support skin health.
Why It's Used: Fermentation of general substrate (lysate form) by leuconostoc species (heterofermentative lactic acid bacterium) produces enriched filtrate with enhanced bioavailability of skin-beneficial compounds.
How It Works: Microbial fermentation transforms general substrate (lysate form) components into smaller, more bioavailable peptides, organic acids, and metabolites that support skin barrier function and microbiome balance.
Typically Found In: Essence serums,ferment-based skin care,brightening products,microbiome skin care
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – ferment
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,microbiome support,antioxidant
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Ferment filtrate from leuconostoc species (heterofermentative lactic acid bacterium) on general substrate (lysate form); fermented natural origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated; ferment filtrates are typically mild.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Other ferment filtrates,humectants,niacinamide,peptides
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Leuconostoc postbiotics: dextran (skin-conditioning polysaccharide), bacteriocins (nisin-type antimicrobial peptides), organic acids, cell wall fragments
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary