Skin Conditioning
CORDYCEPS CICADAE MYCELIUM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Cordyceps cicadae mycelium extract — a fungal extract with traditional medicine use. Marketed for antioxidant effect; cosmetic safety data are limited.
Function
Skin benefits
- Fungal mycelium source of polysaccharides
- Marketed antioxidant and skin-conditioning
- Cordycepin and adenosine analogues
- Long traditional use
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic safety dossier
- Standardisation varies
- Possible immune-modulating compounds
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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