Fermented skin care products have been around for a while now, but they're set to really explode this year. What exactly is fermentation, you ask? The process happens when microorganisms like bacteria and yeast are used to break down or change the ingredients in substances.
The result boasts amino acids, vitamins and other nutrients that do everything from provide antioxidant protection to boost your glow to extend the shelf life of your products. Sometimes the fermentation process even yields probiotics, live bacteria, to help keep your skin's microbiome healthy. Some of the most intriguing and effective fermented ingredients you'll find in skin care products these days include kombucha (fermented tea), sake (fermented rice) and kefir (fermented milk).
Keep reading to see the best fermented skin care products.
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This hydrating facial spray is formulated with fermented sake and kombucha to help shield your skin from free radical damage and support a strong skin barrier. Spritz it on before applying moisturizer for an extra dose of soothing hydration.
Gently exfoliate with this brightening and refining cleanser that contains grape ferment and lactic and malic acids. Trust us when we say a little goes a long way.
Slather on this probiotic-rich moisturizer under your SPF in the morning to keep your skin happy all day long. It's formulated with fermented rice (aka sake) among other fermented ingredients to help balance your skin's microbiome.
Reap the skin-nourishing benefits of fermented honey and botanical extracts with this revitalizing essence. It supports your skin's microbiome so you can expect less redness and a more youthful look with consistent use.
