Metic, as in meticulous about cosmetics

Metic Beauty
Benton Fermentation Essence
Benton

Fermentation Essence

Essence · 100 mL

$24.00

Where to buy

Metic may receive a commission on purchases made through these links.

Key ingredients

Hyaluronic AcidCeramidesPanthenolBifida FermentAloe

Found in the full ingredient list below. Check how it layers with your routine

Full ingredients (29)
  1. Water
  2. Butylene Glycol
  3. Pentylene Glycol
  4. 1,2-Hexanediol
  5. Glycerin
  6. Bifida Ferment Lysate
  7. Panthenol
  8. Ceramide NP
  9. Sodium Hyaluronate
  10. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
  11. Althaea Rosea Root Extract
  12. Copper Tripeptide-1
  13. Hexapeptide-11
  14. Hexapeptide-9
  15. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
  16. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
  17. Tripeptide-1
  18. Isopentyldiol
  19. Sucrose Palmitate
  20. Propanediol
  21. Xanthan Gum
  22. Betaine
  23. Sodium Surfactin
  24. Arginine
  25. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
  26. Allantoin
  27. Adenosine
  28. Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
  29. Caprylyl Glycol

Listed from highest to lowest concentration. Formulas change, so check the packaging if you avoid an ingredient.

Product details

A navy-labelled pump bottle of Benton Fermentation Essence on a grey stone ledge beside smooth pebbles and a shallow glass dish

Ferment + peptides

A watery first essence with bifida ferment, ceramide and peptides to smooth and strengthen skin.

Benton’s Fermentation Essence is meant to go on first, straight after cleansing. Its light, watery texture carries bifida ferment lysate, panthenol, ceramide and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and support the skin barrier, plus a blend of peptides for smoother, firmer-looking skin.

Bifida ferment lysate’s place on the list
#6
Bifida ferment lysate’s place on the list
Peptides in the formula
6
Peptides in the formula
The first layer after cleansing
Step 1
The first layer after cleansing
A clear, watery drop of essence spreading on a grey surface in dappled light

What’s inside

The ingredients doing the work

  • Bifida ferment

    A probiotic ferment that helps skin look smoother and more resilient.

    No. 6 of 29 on the list

  • Barrier care

    Panthenol and ceramide help strengthen the skin barrier, with allantoin to soothe.

    No. 7, 8, 26 of 29 on the list

  • Peptides

    A mix of peptides, including copper tripeptide, for firmer, smoother-looking skin, with adenosine for wrinkle care.

    No. 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 of 29 on the list

  • Hydration

    Hyaluronic acid, glycerin and betaine draw water into skin and keep it there.

    No. 5, 9, 22 of 29 on the list

Supporting botanicals

  • Aloe
  • Hollyhock
A pump bottle of Benton Fermentation Essence on a warm grey table beside clear drops of essence

How to use

First, before anything else

  1. 1

    Cleanse

    Wash your face and pat it lightly, leaving it a little damp.

  2. 2

    Pump

    Press one or two pumps into your palm.

  3. 3

    Press in

    Press it gently over your face before your skin dries.

  4. 4

    Layer

    Follow with toner, serum and moisturiser.

A few clear drops of essence on a grey surface in soft leaf shade

A smoother start

A light first layer that soaks in fast, so everything after it goes on better.

Good to know

  • Dermatologically tested and pH-balanced (slightly acidic), per the label.
  • No added fragrance on the list.
  • Comes in a 100 mL pump bottle.
Benton Fermentation Essence: Ingredients and Price — Metic Beauty