There are more than 14,000 species of mushrooms in existence today, but not all are safe for consumption or topical use. Some mushrooms are dangerous to humans, while others can protect, heal and nourish the body. Some hydrate, some brighten, and others soothe.
It’s all identifying the right mushrooms to treat your core concerns.
Hericium erinaceus
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Invigoration, revitalisation, supports brain functioning, anti-Inflammatory
Lion’s mane is a type of mushroom that native to Asia, Europe and North America. It shares its nickname with the majestic lion because of the patterns on its surface, and it also has a long history as a restorative due to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and immunomodulating properties.
Studies show that this mushroom may be able to repair and regenerate neurons in your body, resulting in improved overall cognitive function, and lion’s mane can even reverse and mitigate the effects of age-related cognitive dysfunction.
Tremella mesenterica
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Hydration, Enhances Elasticity, Reduces Redness and Sensitivity
Tremella Mushroom, also known as the beauty mushroom, is known for it’s ability to improve complexion and hydrate the skin and has been used for centuries for its beauty-enhancing benefits.
Tremella is rich in antioxidants, Vitamin D, polysaccharides and phospholipids and offers extreme hydrating and protective benefits while reduces any sign of redness and sensitivity.
Lentinula edodes
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Brightening & Balancing Skin Tone, Immunity Support, Heart Support
Medicinal use of shiitake in China dates back thousands of years. In the wild, shiitake grows on hardwood trees primarily in the mountainous regions of China, Japan, Indonesia, and Taiwan.
Shiitake mushroom is a great for gently fading dark spots and evening out skin tone thanks to its high levels of Kojic Acid. Shiitake also contains many essential minerals, vitamins and bioactive compounds.
Inonotus obliquus
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Antioxidant rich, restoring, reduces redness and sensitivity, neutralising free radicals, promoting a healthier, more even skin tone
Chaga, often referred to as ‘the King of Mushrooms’ is one of the most potent and popular mushrooms in skincare.
This super mushroom is packed with UV-blocking melanin and rich antioxidants to naturally reduce inflammation and protect from free radicals in the body. Overexposure to free radicals leads to cell degeneration.
Chaga contains more antioxidant superoxide dismutase, zinc, and melanin than any single other source in nature.
Ganoderma lingzhi
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Minimises traditional signs of ageing, soothing, revitalisation, brain function, immunity
Used in traditional Chinese medicine for at least two thousand years, Reishi is a powerful anti-irritant that helps visibly soothe and calm the skin. It is great when it comes to anti-aging and strengthening the skin barrier and play an integral role in hydrating, plumping and boosting skin’s ability to protect itself.
Reishi’s adaptogenic properties also help to stabilise the immune system and works to achieve hormonal balance. Reishi additionally has the ability to increase your quality and duration of deep, restful sleep but will also allow you to function at peak levels during waking hours.
Trametes versicolor
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Invigoration, revitalisation, supports brain functioning, anti-Inflammatory
Turkey Tail is full of antioxidants and prebiotics to support immunity and gut health, used in herbalism and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Antioxidant rich, improves skin elasticity, anti-inflammatory.
You’ll find Cordyceps extract in many skincare products today, specifically to hydrate skin, boost collagen and elastin production, and soothe inflammatory skin conditions. Whether it’s by acting as an antioxidant or anti-inflammatory agent, this ancient mushroom has many benefits for your skin.
It has proven effective as a topical treatment for inflammatory conditions and also can help the skin to deal with and overcome the effect of environmental damage, one of the biggest sources of skin ageing.
