Product Title : Pseudozyma Epicola/Avocado Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate | Commercial Aliases: FermentOyl™ Avocado, EmeraldBio™ Fermented Lipid
Quick Specs:
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INCI Name: Pseudozyma Epicola/Avocado Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
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CAS Number: 8024-32-6 (Base Lipid) / N/A (Microbial Ferment)
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Appearance: Vivid emerald green, clear, low-viscosity liquid.
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Odor: Mild, slightly earthy botanical aroma.
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Recommended pH Range: N/A (Anhydrous system). Stable in emulsion environments ranging from pH 3.5 to 7.5.
Executive Summary: Fermented Avocado Extract is an advanced, bio-converted lipid engineered via targeted microbial fermentation. During this specialized biocatalytic process, the dense, long-chain triglycerides inherent in standard Persea Gratissima oil are enzymatically cleaved into free fatty acids, monoglycerides, and diglycerides. This structural modification drastically reduces the molecular weight and surface tension of the lipid, transforming it from a traditional emollient into a highly penetrative, bio-active delivery system. Furthermore, the specialized extraction method hyper-concentrates the unsaponifiable fractions—specifically phytosterols, polyphenols, and chlorophyll—yielding a striking, natural emerald green hue and robust antioxidant capacity.
For the R&D formulator, the distinction between this fermented extract and standard avocado oil is critical. While conventional avocado oil acts as a passive, high-molecular-weight carrier that sits on the stratum corneum with potential residual tack, this fermented derivative mimics native sebum for a rapid, “dry-oil” skin feel. It offers vastly superior epidermal assimilation and accelerates barrier repair without heavy occlusion. Formulators specifically select this ingredient over standard unrefined oils when engineering high-end facial serums or intensive repair creams where an ultra-lightweight texture, accelerated penetration, and a premium natural colorant (emerald green) are mandatory project deliverables.
Formulation Guidelines:
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Recommended Usage Rate: 0.5% – 5.0% for active barrier repair and natural coloration; up to 10.0% in intensive anhydrous facial oils.
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Solubility: Readily soluble in cosmetic oils, squalane, synthetic esters, and cyclomethicone. Insoluble in water.
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Phase Integration: CRITICAL: Incorporate into the oil phase or emulsion during the cool-down phase (below 40°C). Heating this extract above 45°C will rapidly degrade the natural chlorophyll content, resulting in the loss of its signature emerald green color and compromising its heat-labile phytosterols.
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Stability & Packaging: As a natural pigment and lipid rich in free fatty acids, it is susceptible to photo-oxidation. Final formulations must be packaged in opaque or UV-filtering containers (e.g., amber or Miron glass) and supported by a robust antioxidant system, such as 0.2% – 0.5% mixed tocopherols.
Primary Applications:
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Premium “dry-oil” facial serums requiring rapid, frictionless absorption.
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Visually striking, aesthetic-driven formulations utilizing natural emerald green coloration.
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Biomimetic barrier repair creams targeting severe Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL).
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Post-sun or post-procedure recovery balms requiring concentrated antioxidant/soothing properties.
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Microbiome-friendly skincare protocols leveraging postbiotic lipid profiles.
