Humectant
GANODERMA AMBOINENSE FRUITING BODY EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Extract from a reishi-family mushroom. Provides antioxidant polysaccharides and triterpenoids; used as humectant and skin conditioner. Generally well tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Reishi/lingzhi-related mushroom rich in polysaccharides
- Antioxidant and skin-soothing
- Humectant function in cosmetics
- Long traditional-use history
Known concerns
- Limited species-specific safety data
- Possible mushroom allergy in rare users
- Composition variable batch-to-batch
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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