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Bakuchiol Ferment

Bakuchiol biotransformation ferment

Safety Notes

Fermented form of bakuchiol; combined natural and fermentation origin; similar efficacy profile to bakuchiol; well-tolerated; growing in fermented beauty category

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (retinol alternative, fermented)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Fermented skincare retinol-alternative products

Origin

Biotechnological

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bakuchiol Ferment safe to use in skincare?

Bakuchiol Ferment has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Fermented form of bakuchiol; combined natural and fermentation origin; similar efficacy profile to bakuchiol; well-tolerated; growing in fermented beauty category

Is Bakuchiol Ferment allowed in India?

Bakuchiol Ferment is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Bakuchiol Ferment used for in cosmetics?

Bakuchiol Ferment functions as: Active (retinol alternative, fermented). It is commonly found in: Fermented skincare retinol-alternative products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CASN/A
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