Ingredient · dataset v56
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate and fungal acne
May trigger · Limited evidence
Why it's a potential trigger
Same precautionary call as its galactomyces cousin: related yeast product, no direct evidence either way.
Fermented, theoretical concern, thin evidence.
Evidence strength
Limited evidence (1/3)
Function
Fermented
Ferments: fermentation leftovers that can feed the yeast.
Also listed as
Saccharomyces Ferment
Products without this ingredient
- Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water with Rose Water + Glycerin 13.5 fl oz
- Almond Clear 2-in-1 Hydrating Gel 4 oz
- Biossance 100% Squalane Oil 3.3 oz
- Happy Cappy Medicated Shampoo & Body Wash
- Jane Iredale Powder-Me SPF 30 Dry Sunscreen Nude
- Avene Thermal Spring Water Spray 300 ml
Related fermented
- Bifida Ferment Lysate — May trigger · Limited evidence
- Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate — May trigger · Limited evidence
- Lactobacillus/Hyaluronic Acid Ferment Filtrate — No known trigger
- Lactococcus/Hyaluronic Acid Ferment Filtrate — No known trigger
- Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate — No known trigger
Sources
EU CosIng database — search the INCI name
Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).
Questions
Does Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate trigger fungal acne?
We flag it as a potential trigger (limited evidence). That means it belongs to a class the Malassezia yeast is known to feed on — not that every product with it will cause a flare. Concentration, formulation and individual skin chemistry matter.
Does Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate feed Malassezia?
Yes: we flag Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate as a potential trigger (limited evidence). It belongs to a class Malassezia is known to feed on — not a claim that every product with it causes a flare. Concentration, formulation and individual skin chemistry matter.
How confident is this call?
Limited evidence: Same precautionary call as its galactomyces cousin: related yeast product, no direct evidence either way.
Is this medical advice?
No. We screen ingredient lists; we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. When in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
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Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.