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KITASATOSPORA FERMENT FILTRATE.

Insufficient Data / COLORANT

Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate is a biotechnologically derived ingredient sourced from the fermentation of Kitasatospora, a genus of Actinomycetes recognized for producing various bioactive compounds. While primarily noted for its potential as a colorant, specific dermatological benefits and safety profiles for this particular ferment filtrate require further dedicated research.

Summary

Colorant Antioxidant (potential) Anti-inflammatory (potential) Skin Barrier Support (potential) Sebum Regulator (potential)

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a member of the ferment filtrate class, Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate is hypothesized to share some beneficial mechanisms with other general ferment filtrates, although direct evidence for this specific ingredient is currently undefined. Potential mechanisms, observed in general ferment filtrates, include the attenuation of sebum production, an increase in skin barrier-related proteins, and a reduction in oxidative stress, which may subsequently decrease skin redness. These actions are often mediated through antioxidative agonist properties on aryl hydrocarbon receptors (AHR). Specific ferment filtrates, like Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, have demonstrated more precise actions such as dual AHR and NRF2 agonism, upregulation of filaggrin, induction of anti-inflammatory IL-37, downregulation of proallergic IL-33, and enhancement of epidermal terminal differentiation. However, these specific pathways have not been directly attributed to Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH 7 – 9
0 7 14

Stability

Data regarding the stability of Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate within cosmetic formulations is not available. The cited optimal pH range of 7.0-9.0 (with an optimum at pH 8.0) and temperature of 30 °C specifically refer to the optimal growth conditions for the Kitasatospora microorganism during fermentation, not necessarily the stability or efficacy of the resulting filtrate in a final product.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not Reviewed by CIR
Sensitization risk Unknown

There is currently no specific safety assessment from major regulatory bodies such as the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), or the FDA for Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate. The Good Scents Company lists it as a coloring agent but provides no safety references. Paula's Choice indicates that their team is in the process of rating this ingredient. Due to the lack of specific toxicology or irritancy data, the sensitization risk and overall safety profile remain unknown.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Kitasatospora Ferment Filtrate is an ingredient with theoretical promise based on its classification, but currently lacks specific clinical efficacy and safety data to substantiate its dermatological benefits or define its risk profile in topical applications.

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