Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate

A filtrate made by fermenting potato extract with Saccharomyces yeast, yielding small-molecule nutrients and postbiotics. It's included to boost light hydration and refine the feel of leave-on products.
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Snapshot

Overview
A fermented potato filtrate that gives skin a light, springy hydration.
Category
Hydration, Skin Conditioning
Type
Humectant

Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Not typically evaluated for comedogenicity — no standardized rating available.

Is Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate a Good Ingredient?

Fair, because the modest data supporting it shows light hydration benefits without strong clinical outcomes to back them. Individuals with sensitivities to ferments or potato-derived materials may experience mild irritation.

Skin Benefits

Delivers quick, lightweight moisture and helps skin feel springy and refreshed, though supportive data is early-stage, so improvements are typically mild.

Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in essences, hydrating toners, and gel moisturizers to boost water-binding capacity without heaviness.

Safety

Usually well tolerated, with low likelihood of pore clogging; transient tingling can occur. Patch test if you have a history of reactions to yeast ferments or nightshade botanicals.