Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Good

Humectant

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate at a glance

  • Postbiotic skin care ingredient, derived from probiotics through the fermentation process
  • Offers potential anti-aging benefits due to its mitigation of visible sun damage
  • May also improve skin’s ability to withstand compromising influences and external stressors
  • Works best in liquid emulsion formulations but can also be used gel/serum consistencies

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate description

_Lactococcus ferment lysate_ is a postbiotic skin care ingredient, derived from probiotics through the fermentation process. According to a 2022 study, benefits of topical use of this ingredient include protecting skin’s surface from visible signs of environmental damage. In this capacity, _Lactococcus ferment lysate_ also helps skin resist visible signs of aging caused by sun damage. It does not replace the need for sunscreen but can be viewed as one more line of environmental defense for skin. Postbiotics, in general, are noted for improving the skin barrier’s ability to withstand compromising influences and external stressors. Cosmetic suppliers of _Lactococcus ferment lysate_ also make claims about this ingredient’s impact on cellular renewal and skin thickness. However, we did not find independent research backing these claims at the time of this review. More studies are needed in general to validate the exact benefits of _Lactococcus ferment lysate,_ but so far it looks promising. According to the manufacturer’s note, _Lactococcus ferment lysate_ works best in liquid emulsion formulations but can also be used in products with gel/serum consistencies. The recommended usage level is 3%.

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate references

  • Chemical Papers, January 2022, pages 2,357-2,364
  • Pharmaceutics 2022, January 2022, pages 1-22
  • Molecules, February 2021, pages 1-11

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.