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Who Knew? Fermented Ingredients Also Do Amazing Things for Your Skin Care

Like fermented foods, these products have a slew of added benefits, including more potent active ingredients
Fermented Ingredient(s): Yeast

Why we love it: EGF or epidermal growth factors are (in this case vegan) proteins that aid in cell turnover, stimulate collagen production and promote skin healing. This lightweight serum is great for anyone struggling with acne, dark spots or wrinkles. It speeds up cell turnover, helping to fight hyperpigmentation from sun exposure and skin trauma (like that bad breakout you couldn't just leave alone). Over time, your skin will be smoother and more even-toned. It has a pleasant yeasty scent reminiscent of bread and beer.

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Fermented Ingredient(s): Lactobacillus Ferment

Why we love it: This refreshing spray toner smells like a trip to the spa, thanks to geranium and mandarin oils. It's loaded with skin-soothers like aloe, chamomile and witch hazel as well as lactobacillus ferment (traditionally used as the fermenting agent in many of your fave foods) to balance the good bacteria in your skin. It's great pre- and post-makeup to calm and refresh skin and keep acne at bay.

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Fermented Ingredient: Red Ginseng

Why we love it: This lightly scented, soothing face mask is a steal at just $2. Not only does it fit your face, it stays put without being over-drippy. It's packed with antioxidant red ginseng, which is revered for its brightening, toning and anti-aging properties. It also contains allantoin, a plant-based compound that soothes skin and aids in the healing of wounds and other skin irritations. This is one sheet mask you can afford to use several times per week.

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Fermented Ingredient: Vinegar

Why we love it: A truly comfortable moisturizer with a multi-generational Korean heritage, it's created from naturally fermented (for seven years) grain vinegar, which is also consumed as a health beverage and has serious anti-aging skin benefits. It's full of amino acids and it works wonders at firming and plumping skin. It also contains other natural ingredients like squalane, pomegranate, soy milk and red ginseng. Skin is left so soft and smooth, never greasy and there is a fresh (non-vinegary) scent.

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Fermented Ingredient(s): Chaga and Coprinus Mushrooms

Why we love it: If you have sensitive skin or are prone to redness (like acne or eczema), you'll love this gentle, soothing mask. It's formulated with multiple antioxidant-rich mushroom species to soothe irritation and strengthen your natural skin barrier. The rich, creamy formula feels more like a night cream than a mask. Wear it for 10 minutes and remove with a tissue, allowing a small amount of product to remain. The redness-reducing effects are fast and drastic.

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BY HANNAH SAVIN | AUG 14, 2018 | SHARES
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