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Saccharomyces Lysate

INCI: Yeast

Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Also known as: Saccharomyces Lysate Extract

Saccharomyces lysate is a probiotic yeast obtained by fermentation

What Is Saccharomyces Lysate?

Saccharomyces lysate is a probiotic yeast obtained by fermentation. Its by-products, known as postbiotics, can help normalize skin’s microbiome by curbing the proliferation of microorganisms on skin’s surface that can trigger impairment.

This lysate can also be a good source of other beneficial ingredients for skin, such as amino acids, various vitamins and minerals (the variance is due to type and method of fermentation), and elements such as nitrogen and carbon, all of which contribute to healthier-looking skin. Use levels of Saccharomyces lysate in cosmetics are typically between 1–5%; however, blends with this ingredient may contain lesser amounts since its role in this case is more about supporting the other ingredients.

Clinical Evidence & References

  • Catolica Escola Superior De Biotechnologia, August 2022, pages 14–16 View Study
  • Iranian Journal of Microbiology, June 2019, pages 246-254 View Study
  • British Journal of Dermatology, May 2019, ePublication View Study
  • Wound Repair and Regeneration, November 2017, pages 912-922 View Study

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Saccharomyces Lysate is a variant of Yeast, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.

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