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Fermented skincare in the beauty aisle: Here's what to know

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Fermented ingredients are moving beyond supermarket shelves and popping up all over beauty aisles.

By definition, "Fermentation is the process in which a substance breaks down into a simpler substance. Microorganisms like yeast and bacteria usually play a role in the fermentation process, creating beer, wine, bread, kimchi, yogurt, and other foods."

Also, with the growing awareness of gut health, celebrity nutritionist Keri Glassman points out that fermented foods such as pickles, kimchi and yogurt can help with issues such as inflammation.

Many experts agree that fermented ingredients can actually help extend the shelf life of your skincare.

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Carla Oates, founder of The Beauty Chef, which is a food-based supplement product line made with organic and bio-fermented ingredients, said your skin is home to at least one million bacteria along with an array of fungi, viruses and potentially mites.

"So, applying probiotics topically as part of your skincare routine will actually help to replenish, feed and fortify your skin’s ecosystem, which is your immune system’s first line of defense," she said.

With this knowledge, brands have taken note and created stellar products infused with fermented ingredients that help to work overtime to keep your skin healthy and glowing. Who doesn't want that?

Editor's Picks

We have curated a helpful list of more than a few standout skincare products to start you off on the right track toward embracing fermentation.

Click through to see and shop some of the best of the best.

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Black Tea Kombucha Antioxidant Essence

Price: $68 · From Fresh

Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Power Toner

Price: $38 · From Youth To The People

Barrier+ Lipid-Boost 360° Eye

Price: $40 · From Skinfix

The TRUTH Insta-Face Lift Elixir

Price: $86 · From Fountain of Truth

Organic Probiotic Skin Refiner

Price: $75 · From The Beauty Chef

Soothing Cleansing Milk

Price: $39 · From Dr. Hauschka

Vintage Single Extract Essence Mini

Price: $95 · From Amorepacific

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Barrier+ Lipid-Boost 360° Eye

Price: $40 · From Skinfix