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.
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.
Our take
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.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Delivers quick, lightweight moisture and helps skin feel springy and refreshed, though supportive data is early-stage, so improvements are typically mild.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used in essences, hydrating toners, and gel moisturizers to boost water-binding capacity without heaviness.
Before you use it
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.
Products with Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate