Active Compound

Bacillus Fermentation

Ferment derived from Bacillus species. Produces antimicrobial peptides (bacteriocins, iturin-class lipopeptides) and supports skin barrier function. Used as a multifunctional active in barrier-supporting and mild antimicrobial formulations.
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Ferment derived from Bacillus species. Produces antimicrobial peptides (bacteriocins, iturin-class lipopeptides) and supports skin barrier function. Used as a multifunctional active in barrier-supporting and mild antimicrobial formulations.

Purpose

Function

Ferment derived from Bacillus species. Produces antimicrobial peptides (bacteriocins, iturin-class lipopeptides) and supports skin barrier function. Used as a multifunctional active in barrier-supporting and mild antimicrobial formulations.
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Verdict

Bacillus Ferment is a versatile postbiotic with antimicrobial peptide activity and barrier-supporting properties. Endotoxin testing is required for batch safety validation given bacterial origin.

US Note

Permitted in OTC cosmetics. Safety substantiation required. Endotoxin testing essential for gram-positive Bacillus ferments.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Active Compound
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.