Quatreflora™ is a proprietary, patented probiotic yeast strain used in nutraceutical applications, developed by Lesaffre for women's intimate and vaginal health support through an oral, gut-to-vagina mode of action.Key Benefits:• Registered strain Saccharomyces cerevisiae CNCM I-3856, backed by 2 clinical studies and 3 preclinical (in vivo) studies• Demonstrated migration from the intestine to the vaginal environment following oral administration, detected in vaginal samples in a dedicated clinical study, enabling a dual gut and vaginal mode of action from a single oral intake• Positioned for vaginal microbiota balance, antifungal support against Candida albicans, antibacterial activity against Gardnerella vaginalis, and reduction of recurrence of vaginal infections (vulvovaginal candidiasis, bacterial vaginosis)• Convenient oral administration format as an alternative to local vaginal care routines, supporting better compliance• Yeast-based probiotic format: naturally resistant to gastric acid and bile salts, unaffected by antibiotic therapy, no protective encapsulation required• EU QPS status, non-GMO, gluten-free, lactose-free, suitable for Kosher, Halal, vegetarian and vegan diets• Available in two grades: SPI (rod-shape/vermicelli) and PW (powder), both easy to formulate into capsules or sachets• Recommended dosage: 2.5 billion CFU/day (1 to 2 capsules), corresponding to 320 mg of commercial product per day• Shelf life: 24 months in original vacuum-sealed packaging, stored cool (<25°C) and dry (<60% RH)• Produced by Gnosis by Lesaffre and distributed by Safic-AlcanTypical Applications: Vaginal probiotic / intimate health yeast / feminine microbiota support ingredient for nutraceutical formulations targeting vaginal comfort, recurrent intimate discomfort, and microbiota balance for women. Suitable for capsules, sticks and sachets[HJ4.1]. Complementary ingredient for women's health product lines addressing broader life-stage needs (fertility, pregnancy, menopause, healthy aging), and for combination formulas alongside digestive-comfort probiotic yeasts such as Lynside® Pro SCB, subject to compatibility testing.
