Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate

INCI: LACTOBACILLUS/OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA EXTRACT FERMENT EXTRACT FILTRATE

CAS Number
Not assigned (complex ferment mixture)
Function
Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific prohibition or restriction. The CIR Expert Panel (June 2025) concluded that Lactobacillus ferment-derived ingredients are safe as used in present practices and concentrations

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Generally well-tolerated. Lactobacillus ferment postbiotics may exhibit tyrosinase-inhibitory activity, with a potential (theoretical) skin-depigmenting effect at high concentrations. The CIR Panel advised formulators to ensure use levels do not cause depigmentation. Derived from prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) fermented with Lactobacillus. The fermentation process produces bioactive metabolites including lactic acid, peptides, and polysaccharides that enhance moisture retention an...

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate safe in cosmetics?

Generally well-tolerated. Lactobacillus ferment postbiotics may exhibit tyrosinase-inhibitory activity, with a potential (theoretical) skin-depigmenting effect at high concentrations. The CIR Panel advised formulators to ensure use levels do not cause depigmentation. Derived from prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) fermented with Lactobacillus. The fermentation process produces bioactive metabolites including lactic acid, peptides, and polysaccharides that enhance moisture retention an... The EU classifies Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate allowed in the EU?

Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate do in cosmetics?

Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate functions as: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (complex ferment mixture).

What is the Margin of Safety for Lactobacillus/Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract Ferment Extract Filtrate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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