BACILLUS/CAMELLIA JAPONICA SEED FERMENT OIL

Emollient

84

Good

About BACILLUS/CAMELLIA JAPONICA SEED FERMENT OIL

A fermented camellia (Japanese rose) seed oil produced by Bacillus fermentation, offering enhanced skin-conditioning and humectant properties.

Detailed Analysis

Bacillus/Camellia Japonica Seed Ferment Oil is derived from the fermentation of Camellia japonica (Japanese rose/Tsubaki) seeds by Bacillus microorganisms. Camellia japonica seed oil is traditionally used in Japanese skincare, prized for its high oleic acid content and skin-compatibility. The Bacillus fermentation process can hydrolyze the oil's triglycerides and may produce bioactive compounds such as peptides or smaller-chain fatty acids with improved skin penetration. Bacillus species used in food and cosmetic fermentation are generally regarded as safe (GRAS status for certain strains). No EU regulatory restrictions apply to this ingredient specifically.

What It Does

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT HUMECTANT SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Emollient rich in oleic acid
  • ✓ Humectant properties from fermentation byproducts
  • ✓ Traditional Japanese skincare ingredient
  • ✓ Lightweight, non-greasy finish

Safety Score

84

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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