Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract

INCI: LACTOBACILLUS/WATERMELON FRUIT FERMENT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed. Not prohibited or restricted. Covered under CIR lactobacillus ferment group review

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Very low. Watermelon is well-tolerated and low-allergenicity. Standard fermentation quality controls apply. Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) substrate provides citrulline, lycopene, vitamins A and C, and amino acids. Fermentation enhances these actives and produces lactic acid for mild exfoliation. This is one of the most commercially prominent ingredients on this list, driven by Glow Recipe's product success

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract safe in cosmetics?

Very low. Watermelon is well-tolerated and low-allergenicity. Standard fermentation quality controls apply. Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) substrate provides citrulline, lycopene, vitamins A and C, and amino acids. Fermentation enhances these actives and produces lactic acid for mild exfoliation. This is one of the most commercially prominent ingredients on this list, driven by Glow Recipe's product success The EU classifies Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract allowed in the EU?

Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract do in cosmetics?

Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract functions as: Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lactobacillus/Watermelon Fruit Ferment Extract?

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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