Ingredient glossary

Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

INCI: Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate · Also: Galactomyces Ferment, Pitera

Decent support

A reasonable supporting ingredient. It helps a formula without being the star.

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What it does

  • sebum regulation
  • brightening
  • texture

moderate evidenceAn essence containing ninety seven percent galactomyces ferment filtrate reduced sebum pore counts keratin and acne and slightly increased skin brightness in a twenty-volunteer study.

On a label: usually effective at 50-97%.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Tends to suit

  • oily
  • combo
  • acne prone
  • pigmentation

Approach with care

  • very sensitive
  • Clogs poresLow
  • Irritation riskLow

Plays well with

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Educational information about a cosmetic ingredient, not medical advice.