4.0
A mild, silk-derived cleansing agent that cleans without stripping the skin, making it ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
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Humectant
Fermented Barley & Yeast Extract
HYDROLYZED ASPERGILLUS/SACCHAROMYCES/HORDEUM VULGARE FERMENT EXTRACT FILTRATE
4.0
A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and condition skin without irritation, though its benefits come from a mix of compounds rather than a single active.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincarehumectantconditioning
Read ingredient review4.0
A fermented blend of coffee and rice that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidantconditioning
Read ingredient reviewSkin Conditioner
Fermented Fruit & Seaweed Complex
ASPERGILLUS/BACILLUS/LACTOBACILLUS/LACTOCOCCUS/SACCHAROMYCES/CARCIA PAPAYA FRUIT/CLADOSIPHON OKAMURANUS/LAMINARIA JAPONICA/RICE BRAN/RICE FERMENT EXTRACT FILTRATE
4.0
A fermented botanical complex that gently supports skin barrier function and radiance with minimal irritation risk.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidantconditioning
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle, fermented oil complex that helps soften and condition skin while supporting a healthy moisture barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareemollientconditioning
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A gentle, fermented rice filtrate that helps hydrate and condition skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and vary by formulation.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincarehumectantconditioning
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and condition skin, but research on its specific benefits is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincarehumectantconditioning
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Fermented Root Complex
SACCHAROMYCES/OPHIOPOGON JAPONICUS ROOT/PANAX GINSENG ROOT/PORIA COCOS/REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE
4.0
A fermented root complex that may help soothe, hydrate, and protect skin, but individual results vary and research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidantconditioning
Read ingredient review4.0
A mild, protein-based cleansing agent that cleans without stripping and leaves skin feeling soft.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
Read ingredient review4.3
A mild, amino-acid-based cleanser that cleans without stripping and leaves skin feeling soft.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
Read ingredient review4.3
A mild, protein-enriched cleanser that helps clean without stripping the skin or hair of natural moisture.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
Read ingredient review4.5
A mild, multi-tasking surfactant that cleanses without stripping and leaves skin feeling soft, ideal for sensitive or dry skin.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
Read ingredient review4.2
A mild, protein-based surfactant that cleanses without stripping and leaves skin and hair feeling soft.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
beautyskincarecleansingconditioning
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