Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
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/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract is the extract of a filtrate of the product obtained through fermentation of a media containing a high level folic acid by the microorganism, Bacillus.
What does it do?
Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract 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/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract 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/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract?
Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract is the extract of a filtrate of the product obtained through fermentation of a media containing a high level folic acid by the microorganism, Bacillus.
Is Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract do in cosmetic products?
Bacillus/folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract 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: 17/04/2018