Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate in skin care
Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate is an ingredient used in some skin care products and is derived from the fermentation process of the marine microorganism Vibrio alginolyticus.
There are many different enzymes used in skin care, including this one in SkinMedica products. Why is this ferment so good for the skin?
Benefits of Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate
In skin care, Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate has several benefits: It is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals and protects the skin from environmental damage.
It has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce skin redness and irritation. In addition, it provides moisture by binding water to the skin.
Where does it come from?
Vibrio alginolyticus is a gram-negative aerobic bacterium that is commonly found in marine environments.
The ferment of this bacterium is obtained through a laboratory fermentation process under controlled conditions.
Active ingredients of Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate
Active ingredients
Research has identified certain ingredients in Vibrio alginolyticus ferment that contribute to its effectiveness.
These include polysaccharides that moisturize the skin, amino acids that nourish the skin, and peptide complexes that can protect against UV radiation.
Polysaccharides from Vibrio alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
The polysaccharides contained in Vibrio alginolyticus ferment products are excellent humectants and moisture binders for the skin.
They draw moisture from the air and deep layers of the skin to the skin’s surface, thereby providing moisture to thirsty cells.
These sugar-based molecules bind to water molecules, making the skin soft and supple through deep, long-lasting hydration.
Its hydrating effects help retain moisture, preventing water loss even in dry conditions, for smooth, hydrated skin.
Peptides from Vibrio alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
Vibrio alginolyticus produces a variety of peptides that benefit the skin by signaling to cells.
Studies have shown that the peptide compounds in the enzymes are able to stimulate the production of structural proteins such as collagen and hyaluronic acid.
This helps make the skin look plumper and reduces signs of aging, such as wrinkles and loss of firmness, caused by protein breakdown.
Products Containing Vibrio alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
Applications
The combination of humectants, emollients, and other moisturizing ingredients makes Vibrio alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate an ideal ingredient for dull, dehydrated skin in need of rich hydration.
By hydrating dry skin and strengthening the moisture barrier, products containing this ingredient can restore a dull complexion to a radiant, healthy-looking complexion.
When used in lip care products, the ferment filtrate can also relieve the pain of chapped lips.
Its polysaccharides provide intense hydration to dry, flaky skin on and around the lips, while oligopeptides strengthen tissue for smooth, soft skin.
The filtrate is easily absorbed and also helps other valuable skincare nutrients penetrate deep into the skin where it is needed most.
Due to its versatility, the marine bacterial extract has become a sought-after ingredient in many high-quality anti-aging creams, serums, and masks designed to restore youthful vitality.
Products with Vibrio alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
Products containing this marine bacterial ferment are ideal for sensitive, stressed skin that needs antioxidant protection and intense hydration.
Commonly found in serums, ampoules, lotions, and essences, this ingredient has a targeted effect against signs of aging, such as wrinkles and uneven skin.
Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate is included in the brightening serum SkinMedica Lytera 2.0. It relieves inflammation, which prevents the formation of melanin.
Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate works synergistically with the hyaluronic acid in SkinMedica HA5 Revitalizing Moisturizer to improve hydration:
Increases the effectiveness of hyaluronic acid – the peptides and polysaccharides in the enzyme filtrate act as humectants and moisture magnets, helping to draw moisture into the skin.
This allows the hyaluronic acid in the formula to absorb and bind more water.
Improves nutrient absorption – the amino acids in the filtrate promote the absorption of hyaluronic acid and other nutrients into the deeper layers of the skin, providing better hydration and nutrition.
Supports surface hydration – as smaller hyaluronic acid chains penetrate the dermis, the occlusive barrier action of the enzyme filtrate helps seal the moisture provided by the larger hyaluronic acid molecules to the surface of the epidermis.
Smoothes and strengthens the moisture barrier – the gentle exfoliation of the filtrate removes dead skin cells, providing richer hydration, while the nutrients strengthen the moisture barrier to prevent moisture loss.
The moisturizing mechanism and exfoliating ability of the marine bacterial extract have an overall positive effect.
Its high nutrient content and high concentration make it the perfect complement to maximize the thirst-quenching effects of concentrated hyaluronic acid serums like SkinMedica HA5.
It promotes hydration in multiple ways, ensuring visibly plump, soft skin.
SkinMedica HA5 Smooth & Plumping Lip System contains this ferment to moisturize dry lips.
Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate promotes lip moisturization in several ways:
Humectants – The polysaccharides and peptides in the ferment filtrate act as humectants.
This means they attract moisture and lock it into the skin, making dry, flaky skin on and around the lips soft and supple.
Occlusive Action – The filtrate forms a thin protective barrier on the lips that retains moisture and prevents trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL).
This occlusive effect keeps lips moisturized for longer.
Nutrient Supply – The amino acids and other nutrient compounds in the ferment filtrate nourish and strengthen the lips’ moisture barrier.
This results in healthier, smoother lips that are better able to retain moisture.
Exfoliation Support – Ferment Filtrate contains gentle exfoliants like gluconolactone to support natural exfoliation.
This removes dry, flaky skin cells so richer lip products can better penetrate and moisturize for brighter, more youthful-looking lips.
Products containing Vibrio alginolyticus provide long-lasting hydration and care for your lips.
The occlusive barrier locks in moisture provided by the moisturizer, while the nutrient-rich ingredients condition and smooth lip texture.
This Morning and Night Serum System contains Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate in its evening serum.
Is Vibrio alginolyticus safe?
Safety
There are currently no known safety issues regarding this cosmetic ingredient, but EWG rates it a 4. It is unclear why the EWG rating is so high.
I don’t think there is any reason to be concerned about this ingredient.
All in all, Vibrio alginolyticus ferment filtrate regenerates and soothes the skin while boosting its antioxidant effects against daily environmental aggressors that can cause skin to visibly age over time.
To find out if this ferment is right for you, take the skin type test. We’d be happy to help you develop your personal skin care routine.