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AURICULARIA POLYTRICHA FRUITING BODY EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Wood-ear mushroom extract used as a polysaccharide-based humectant and skin conditioner. Generally mild but cosmetic-specific data is limited, hence upper-yellow rather than green.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Polysaccharide-rich humectant action
  • Antioxidant beta-glucan content
  • Mild and well-tolerated

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Possible contamination if poorly processed
  • Theoretical mushroom-allergy risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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