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CANDIDA BOMBICOLA/CANOLA OIL/RICE BRAN FERMENT FILTRATE EXTRACT.

Valuable / ANTI-SEBUM, ANTIMICROBIAL, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

A sophisticated biotechnological ferment that transforms traditional plant oils into high-performance, bio-available actives. Through yeast-mediated catalysis, it provides the deep nourishment of rice bran and canola without the characteristic heaviness of raw botanical oils.

Summary

antimicrobial surfactant cleansing sebo-balancing emollient humectant

Science

Mechanism of Action

The yeast Candida bombicola metabolizes the triglycerides within Canola and Rice Bran oils, converting them into free fatty acids and sophorolipids. This fermentation increases the oil's polar fraction, which significantly reduces greasy residue while enhancing the bioavailability of γ-oryzanol and providing natural antimicrobial action against C. acnes.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 1–10%
Optimal

5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Application of a 10% fermented rice bran emulsion demonstrated a 25.05% reduction in transepidermal water loss (TEWL) within just 10 minutes.
  2. 02 Clinical testing of the 1.0%-5.0% range confirms significantly higher moisture retention and deeper bioactive penetration compared to non-fermented counterparts.
  3. 03 Concentrations as low as 0.5% function as high-stability biosurfactants, reducing interfacial tension to 3.5 mN/m for superior emulsion integrity.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

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

While it functions as a stabilizer at very low levels, the specific clinical benefits for barrier repair and moisture retention require a minimum concentration of 1.0%. Formulas listing it at the very end of the INCI may be using it only for marketing 'ferment' claims.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 4 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable due to its endogenous sophorolipid content which acts as a natural emulsion stabilizer. It reduces the necessity for harsh secondary surfactants.

Synergies

  • Barrier-repair lipids
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid

Conflicts

  • High pH environments (>9.0)
  • Strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
5%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Candida bombicola is a non-pathogenic yeast; the complex is biodegradable and generally recognized as safe based on its constituent botanical oils and yeast-derived filtrates.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A high-performance multifunctional active that bridges the gap between lipid replenishment and antimicrobial protection with a superior, non-greasy skin feel.

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