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BACILLUS/MESEMBRYANTHEMUM CRYSTALLINUM EXTRACT FERMENT LYSATE.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

A high-performance biotech ingredient derived from the fermentation of Ice Plant (Mesembryanthemum crystallinum) by Bacillus bacteria. This process refines the plant's natural resilience into a bioavailable powerhouse that delivers intense hydration, cellular repair, and structural support to the skin barrier.

Skin-conditioning Antioxidant Humectant Anti-aging Barrier Repair

Science

Through Bacillus-mediated bioconversion, complex plant polysaccharides and proteins are dismantled into low-molecular-weight peptides and metabolites like pinitol and myoinositol. These molecules act as humectants by mimicking the skin's Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF) and inhibit MMP-1 enzymes to prevent collagen breakdown, while simultaneously providing antioxidant defense via SOD-like enzymatic activity.


Research

High confidence
Effective range 1–10%
Optimal

5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical evaluation indicates that concentrations between 1.0% and 5.0% significantly outperform non-fermented extracts in reducing wrinkle depth and stimulating fibroblast proliferation.
  2. 02 Research shows that levels up to 10.0% enhance skin bioavailability of inositols, resulting in measurable reductions in transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and superior radical scavenging activity.

Transparency

Commonly dusted
Min. effective
1%
Red flag below
0.5%

Because it is a fermented botanical, it is often included at 'label claim' levels (below 0.5%) for marketing purposes. To achieve the documented anti-aging and wound-healing benefits, a minimum concentration of 1.0% is required.


The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4.5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in aqueous systems; the fermentation process naturally enhances the ingredient's resistance to oxidation compared to raw extracts.

Synergies

  • Collagen
  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Peptides

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
10%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Classified as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). It is a non-toxic botanical ferment with no known regulatory restrictions.


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Valuable

A sophisticated biotech multi-tasker that excels at deep hydration and collagen preservation when formulated at active concentrations.


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