Saccharomyces Lysate

Saccharomyces Lysate is a lysed preparation of Saccharomyces yeast components made via fermentation. It's added to serums and creams to bind water and improve perceived suppleness.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Yeast lysate draws in light moisture for smoother, bouncier skin.
Category
Hydration, Skin Conditioning
Type
Humectant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Helps skin look smoother and bouncier by drawing in lightweight moisture, though research is limited, so outcomes are generally modest.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in eye gels, emulsions, and overnight sleeping masks to layer hydration without heaviness.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Typically well tolerated, but yeast lysates can cause stinging or redness in sensitive skin. Introduce gradually and discontinue if irritation occurs.

Is Saccharomyces Lysate a Good Ingredient?

Fair, because it provides subtle moisture-binding and skin-softening, yet strong clinical backing for standout effects is limited. A small number of users may also react to yeast components with mild irritation.

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