Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bacillus/Fig Fruit/Soybean Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Glycine max (soybean) and the fruit of Ficus carica by the microorganism, Bacillus.
What does it do?
Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate?
Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bacillus/Fig Fruit/Soybean Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Glycine max (soybean) and the fruit of Ficus carica by the microorganism, Bacillus.
Is Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?
Bacillus/fig Fruit/soybean Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 08/10/2012