Common Name(s): Pseudanabaena galeata extract,pseudanabaena galeata extract,pseudanabaena postbiotic ferment,specialty marine/microbial active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides pseudanabaena-specific secondary metabolites alongside substrate-biotransformed actives for skin conditioning and microbiome support.
Why It's Used: Pseudanabaena ferments deliver unique organism-characteristic bioactive profiles in a stable cosmetic format.
How It Works: Pseudanabaena fermentation: organism-specific enzyme expression โ unique secondary metabolite biosynthesis + substrate biotransformation โ bioactive postbiotic filtrate.
Typically Found In: Specialty skin care,microbiome
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ skin microbiome support
Secondary Functions: Microbiome balance,prebiotic effect
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fermentation-derived or plant-extracted.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; beneficial for sensitive skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,niacinamide,soothing actives
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Substrate selection enhances the supplementary bioactive output beyond the organism's core metabolite portfolio.
Last Verified: Cosing database,pseudanabaena postbiotic ferment review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22