Ingredients that actively support skin repair and fortify the barrier are vital—particularly for compromised, reactive, or post-procedure skin. Corthe’s First Aid line features two standout actives that embody this therapeutic approach: Saccharomyces ferment and Dermatic AC3. A deeper understanding of their origins, molecular mechanisms, and clinical benefits will help you confidently integrate these formulas into recovery protocols for acne prone skin and accelerate healing while restoring skin integrity.
Saccharomyces ferment is derived from the fermentation of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a species of yeast widely known for its role in baking and brewing. In skincare, this ferment undergoes a controlled biotechnological process where the yeast metabolizes nutrients, producing a rich blend of bioactive compounds including peptides, amino acids, vitamins, antioxidants, and enzymes.
It's powerful in skincare because it helps strengthen the barrier, provides antioxidant protection and hydrates/soothes the skin. Below we go a little bit more in depth about these three things:
Barrier Strengthening: The peptides and amino acids help stimulate skin regeneration and enhance the skin’s natural barrier function. This is crucial for repairing damage and defending against environmental stressors.
Antioxidant Protection: Fermentation increases the presence of antioxidants such as glutathione and superoxide dismutase, which help neutralize free radicals that cause premature aging and inflammation.
Hydration + Soothing: The ferment also produces polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which are excellent humectants and skin-soothing agents. This makes Saccharomyces ferment particularly beneficial for calming irritated, inflamed, or sensitized skin.
Dermatic AC3 is a specialized bioactive complex designed for advanced skin repair. It typically combines a trio of ingredients known for their synergistic effects on the skin’s extracellular matrix (ECM)—the structural network of proteins and molecules that maintain skin’s integrity and elasticity.
Dermatic AC3 includes: Tripeptides, (short chains of amino acids that signal fibroblasts to increase collagen and elastin production), Hyaluronic Acid, and Ceramides/Lipid Complexes (these restore the skin’s natural lipid barrier, crucial for protecting against moisture loss and external irritants) Together, these elements promote rapid skin regeneration, improve texture, and reduce redness or irritation associated with compromised skin.
When combined, both Saccharomyces ferment + Dermatic AC3 work together to provide a healing environment which is essential in helping to treat symptoms of acne.
