Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

AKA: Yeast ferment extract
Synthetic
Humectant
Ferment
K-Beauty Staple
Clean
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of the microorganism Galactomyces
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern fermentation-derived ingredient created in the late 20th century, developed to mimic traditional Korean and Japanese fermentation practices in skincare. It was specifically engineered to provide hydrating and brightening benefits inspired by fermented foods in Asian beauty traditions.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR