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SCENEDESMUS DESERTICOLA FERMENT EXTRACT.

Valuable / HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING

Scenedesmus Deserticola Ferment Extract is a fermented algae-derived ingredient, distinguished for its comprehensive skincare benefits including anti-aging, potent hydration, and robust skin protection. Enriched with loliolide and amino acids, it actively works to bolster cellular vitality and fortify the skin's inherent barrier function.

Antioxidant Anti-aging Hydration Soothing Skin-conditioning Humectant Skin protecting Boosts skin's moisture and barrier strength

Science

This ingredient functions by leveraging loliolide, a key component within the fermented algae, which is associated with promoting cellular longevity and delivering visible anti-aging effects. It provides significant antioxidant properties, defending the skin against environmental aggressors and UV-induced damage, while also offering a soothing action. Its rich amino acid profile aids in strengthening the skin's barrier and enhancing its capacity to retain moisture. The fermentation process is understood to amplify these inherent beneficial properties, resulting in an ingredient that also acts as a powerful humectant, skin conditioning, and skin protecting agent.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range 1–5%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Formulators commonly recommend using this extract at a concentration between 1% and 5% for its general anti-aging and hydrating benefits in cosmetic formulations.
  2. 02 An in-vitro study demonstrated that an ethyl acetate extract of Scenedesmus deserticola, at a concentration of 20 µg/ml, notably increased the cellular viability of normal human dermal fibroblasts (nHDFs) by more than 20%. Furthermore, it exhibited protective capabilities against UVB cytotoxicity, leading to a 15% increase in cellular viability compared to controls, a 21% increase following post-treatment, and a maximum 25% increase in cellular viability for UVB resistance.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Specific optimal pH ranges for the stability of the finished cosmetic ingredient were not specified in the available research. Information regarding pH was primarily related to the cultivation and fermentation conditions of Scenedesmus biomass rather than the formulated extract's stability.


Safety

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Low

A definitive safety assessment from major regulatory bodies such as the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), SCCS, or FDA specifically for Scenedesmus Deserticola Ferment Extract is not readily available. While CIR has evaluated other ferment ingredients, this particular extract lacks a published assessment.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

Scenedesmus Deserticola Ferment Extract is a valuable, low-irritancy ingredient offering a broad spectrum of anti-aging, hydrating, and protective benefits, supported by promising in-vitro studies and general formulator recommendations.


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