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Saccharomyces Cerevisiae

Also known as: Yeast

Scientific name for the yeasts used in fermentation, specifically baker’s yeast. | Used in cosmetics for its potential to soothe skin and act as an antioxidant.

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What Is Saccharomyces Cerevisiae?

Saccharomyces, from the Latin, literally means “sugar fungus,” and is the scientific name for the yeasts used in fermentation, specifically baker’s yeast. Cosmetic ingredient manufacturers extol this yeast as having significant properties for skin, but there is little independent research supporting its use. However, some extracts of yeast, such as beta-glucan (a potent antioxidant) are derived from yeast.

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Clinical Evidence & References

Published Research

  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, August 15, 1989, pages 6018-6022 [https://www.pnas.org/content/86/16/6018]

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