Saccharomyces polypetides (inci)

"Saccharomyces", also called sugar yeasts (Greek sakcharon = sugar), is a generic term for ascospore-forming shoot fungi. Under ideal conditions, cultures of Saccharomyces species grow very quickly and can reach maturity within 3 days. They have the ability to utilize various carbohydrates, especially sugar.

Saccharomyces polypetides is a polypeptide extract obtained from Saccharomyces lysates by an extraction process.

Saccharomyces polypetides is a polypeptide fraction used in cosmetic formulations. The mixture acts as a skin care agent (keeps the skin in good condition) and moisturizer (preserves skin moisture or binds moisture in cosmetic products).