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BACILLUS/PANAX GINSENG ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE.

Essential / SKIN CONDITIONING

A biotechnologically advanced evolution of traditional Red Ginseng, utilizing Bacillus subtilis fermentation to convert complex saponins into highly bioavailable 'minor ginsenosides.' This process significantly amplifies the botanical's natural antioxidant capacity and cellular penetration, offering a precision approach to brightening and structural skin support.

Summary

Antioxidant Skin conditioning Brightening Anti-aging Barrier repair

Science

Mechanism of Action

The fermentation process enzymatically cleaves large ginsenoside molecules into smaller, more potent forms such as Compound K. These metabolites function by inhibiting tyrosinase activity to modulate melanin production, suppressing MMP-1 and MMP-9 enzymes to prevent collagen degradation, and upregulating hyaluronan synthase (HAS-1, HAS-3) and filaggrin to reinforce the skin's moisture barrier and natural moisturizing factors (NMF).

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 1–10%
Optimal

5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical testing at 10.0% concentration demonstrated superior anti-wrinkle and whitening efficacy over non-fermented ginseng while maintaining a non-irritating skin score of 0.2.
  2. 02 Concentrations of 1.0% to 5.0% are proven to increase antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity by 1.3 to 3.07-fold compared to standard extracts.
  3. 03 In-vitro data shows a 130.7% greater reduction in ROS levels compared to traditional white ginseng at equivalent concentrations.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

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

While often included for marketing 'Hanbang' prestige, concentrations below 1.0% fail to leverage the significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory boosts (1.3x+) observed in clinical benchmarks. Effective formulas should ideally range from 1.0% to 10.0% for visible structural improvements.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

The filtrate is highly stable in aqueous systems; though the raw ferment often has a naturally low pH (3.5-4.5), it remains stable when formulated in typical skincare ranges (pH 5.0-6.0).

Synergies

  • Niacinamide
  • Peptides
  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Vitamin C

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • High concentrations of ethanol (may cause precipitation of ferment proteins)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
10%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR panel considers this ingredient safe within current cosmetic practices. Fermentation actually reduces the irritation potential compared to raw botanical extracts.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Essential

A high-performance bioactive that outperforms standard ginseng extracts in penetration, antioxidant activity, and melanin inhibition.

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