Antioxidant
GANODERMA SINENSE POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A powder of Chinese reishi mushroom — delivers beta-glucans and antioxidant triterpenoids. Gentle adaptogenic-feel ingredient with food-grade safety.
Ganoderma sinense (purple reishi) is a medicinal mushroom closely related to Ganoderma lucidum. The powdered fruiting body contains beta-glucans, triterpenoids (ganoderic acids), and polysaccharides. It functions as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant agent in cosmetics. Long-standing oral use in traditional Chinese medicine provides reassurance on overall safety; no CIR monograph, no EU CosIng restriction. The main caveat is rare mushroom-allergy sensitivity and variable supplier composition.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mushroom polysaccharide antioxidant
- Skin conditioning from beta-glucan content
- Traditional East Asian botanical
Known concerns
- Mushroom-allergy sensitivity in rare users
- Limited cosmetic-specific clinical data
- Batch-dependent polysaccharide profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.