Usage Concentration of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (Bio-yeast Essence/Pitera)
Question
Is the product similar to Bio-yeast Essence (Pitera), which is Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate? Can it be used up to 94.5%? I heard that Bio-yeast Essence can only be used up to 1%.
Answer
"Bio-yeast Essence," commonly known by the trade name Pitera®, is the substance Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate. This ingredient is derived from the yeast fermentation process.
Based on the available product information for Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate (or Pitera), it can be used in cosmetic formulations at a concentration of 1-100%. Therefore, using it at a high concentration of up to 94.5% is possible according to the usage guidelines for this ingredient.
The difference in usage concentration you previously heard about (1% compared to 94.5%) might depend on the purity or form of the specific Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate or could be a recommendation for certain types of formulations. However, generally, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate can be used at very high concentrations, up to 100%. Although using it at very high concentrations might feel slightly greasy.
Regarding the product you saw in the image (which I cannot see), if it is Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, it is likely similar to Bio-yeast Essence (Pitera) and can be used at high concentrations as indicated.
There are two main types of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate products:
- Normal type: Contains Butylene Glycol, which acts as a preservative.
- New type (Glycol Free, Glycerin Free, Preservative Free): Free from Glycol, Glycerin, and preservatives, suitable for very sensitive skin.
