Saccharomyces Lysate
What Saccharomyces Lysate is & what it does
Saccharomyces Lysate is a biotech ingredient made by breaking down yeast (Saccharomyces) cells to release their internal contents, including amino acids, peptides, sugars, vitamins, and minerals. In skincare it is used as a conditioning and skin-replenishing agent, supplying nutrient-rich actives that can support a smoother, more comfortable skin surface. Yeast-derived ferments and lysates are common in essences and serums for their lightweight, watery texture. It is generally well tolerated.
What is Saccharomyces Lysate?
Saccharomyces Lysate is a biotech ingredient made by breaking open yeast cells to release their amino acids, peptides, sugars, vitamins, and minerals. It is a nutrient-rich, water-based active.
What does Saccharomyces Lysate do in skincare?
It works as a skin-conditioning and replenishing agent, supplying yeast derived nutrients that can help the skin feel smoother and more comfortable. It is common in lightweight essences and serums.
Is Saccharomyces Lysate safe?
Yeast lysates are generally well tolerated and have no concerns flagged here. People with a known yeast sensitivity may prefer to patch test.
Sunscreens with Saccharomyces Lysate
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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Hero Cosmetics Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30
72/100
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The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy Sunscreen SPF30
71/100
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Aramore Multi-defense Lotion SPF 30
69/100