Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate

A filtrate made by fermenting Job's tears (Coix lacryma-jobi) seed with Saccharomyces yeast. Used in skincare for light hydration and a smoother feel while supporting a resilient skin surface.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A Job's tears ferment that lightly hydrates and smooths skin.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Soothing, Brightening, Barrier Support
Type
Botanical Extract

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides a quick, airy moisture boost for supple, bouncy-feeling skin. Early evidence suggests a more balanced, comfortable complexion.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Frequently included in essences, toners, and hydrating serums for layering light moisture, and also used in gel moisturizers and sheet masks for daily care.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Generally well tolerated, but fermented botanicals can cause stinging or redness in reactive skin. Patch test if sensitive and avoid if you have known yeast or cereal seed allergies.

Is Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate a Good Ingredient?

Fair, because it offers light conditioning and hydration, but human clinical data are sparse and results vary by formula. Sensitive users may also experience mild irritation to fermented or yeast-derived components.

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