This brightening essence is formulated around Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and Niacinamide to brighten dull-looking skin and strengthen the skin barrier.
This barrier-repair essence is formulated around Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate to strengthen the skin barrier and hydrate skin.
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Water
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSea Water
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
ChelatingPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Palmate
EmulsifyingSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Arachidonate
Emollient
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Thiamine Hcl
MaskingCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
CI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantDextrin
AbsorbentHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Water, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Water, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Sea Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Adenosine, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Palmate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Arachidonate, Glyceryl Linolenate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine, Retinyl Palmitate, Thiamine Hcl, Cyanocobalamin, Arginine, CI 77220, Dextrin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (GFF) is a byproduct of fermenting Galactomyces yeast (the same yeast traditionally used to brew sake, Japan's beloved rice wine).
Sake brewers have long been known for their remarkably youthful hands. This is what actually first sparked scientific interest in GFF's skin benefits.
GFF works by stimulating filaggrin production in the skin. Filaggrin is a protein that binds structural proteins in the outer skin layer together to form a tight barrier that shields against allergens, bacteria, and moisture loss.
It's also a key building block of our natural moisturizing factors (NMF), or the network of compounds that keep skin plump and hydrated.
By boosting filaggrin, GFF helps strengthen both our barrier and our skin's ability to retain moisture.
Beyond hydration, GFF has notable antioxidant properties that help protect against oxidative stress and UV-induced inflammation.
Research also suggests it may help regulate sebum and keratin production. This could be an interesting option for those concerned about oiliness or skin texture.
Fungal acne:
This ingredient doesn't contain fatty acids or oils that could feed Malassezia, and the yeast used to make it (Galactomyces) is a different genera of fungi from Malassezia. The presence of one doesn't stimulate the other.
However, there is a concern raised by some communities that this ingredient could trigger a reaction in people who are broadly sensitive to yeast/fungal-derived ingredients.
Learn more about Galactomyces Ferment FiltrateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
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