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Antioxidant

CORDYCEPS SINENSIS EXTRACT

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An extract of the caterpillar fungus, used for antioxidant and anti-aging support. Studies show good skin tolerance with rare allergic reactions.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant polysaccharides and ergosterol
  • Photoprotective and anti-elastase activity reported
  • Traditional Chinese medicine adaptogen

Known concerns

  • Possible allergic reactions in fungus-sensitive users
  • Variable composition between cultivated mycelium and wild
  • Limited large-scale CIR review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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