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Botanical Ferment

LACTOBACILLUS/OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA/MOLASSES/WATER FERMENT FILTRATE

74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Prickly pear cactus ferment filtrate via lactobacillus fermentation, marketed for hydration and antioxidant support. Class is well-tolerated but specific clinical evidence is limited.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Cactus-derived ferment provides humectant sugars
  • May support hydration and soothing
  • Contains amino acids and polysaccharides

Known concerns

  • Limited clinical data
  • Variable composition
  • Preservation challenges in formulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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