Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
What Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment is & what it does
Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment is a fermentation product made by culturing yeast and Xylinum bacteria with black tea, similar to a kombucha ferment. In skincare it is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient that supplies a mix of organic acids, sugars, and metabolites from the fermentation process. Ferment ingredients like this are often included for their hydrating and antioxidant-associated character.
What does Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment do in skincare?
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment is created by fermenting yeast in the presence of copper, yielding an ingredient that delivers copper in a bio-available form. In skincare it is used as a conditioning ingredient, and copper is associated with supporting the skin's appearance. It contributes to fermented, mineral-focused formulas.
Is Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment safe?
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment is a fermentation-derived ingredient used at low levels in cosmetics. As with any active ingredient, people with sensitive skin may wish to patch test first. For specific concerns it is best to consult a qualified professional.
Is Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment vegan?
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment is made by fermenting yeast, a microorganism, together with a copper source, so it does not contain animal-derived material. The vegan status of a finished product still depends on its full formula and the brand's policies.
Sunscreens with Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Ziaja GdanSkin Illuminating Day Cream SPF 15
79/100
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Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Broad Spectrum Spf45 Hyaluronic Cloud Moisturizer
69/100
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Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Hyaluronic Sheer Tint Moisturizer
68/100
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Fountain of Truth Good Day Soufflé Hydrating Moisturizer With SPF 15
63/100
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Avon Anew Ultimate Day Multi-performance Day Cream SPF 25
55/100
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bareMinerals Correcting Concealer SPF 20
49/100