Humectant
SPARASSIS LATIFOLIA POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Cauliflower mushroom powder — a beta-glucan-rich edible fungus used as a humectant and mild soothing botanical. Food-grade safety baseline.
Sparassis latifolia (cauliflower mushroom / hanabiratake) powder is a culinary/medicinal fungus particularly rich in beta-1,3-D-glucans, which carry immunomodulatory and humectant functional claims in cosmetics. It has strong food and nutraceutical use in Japan and Korea, supporting a clean safety baseline. EU CosIng lists it without restriction. Specific cosmetic dermal-toxicology data are limited; rare fungal cross-reactivity is a theoretical concern for atopic users.
Function
Skin benefits
- Beta-glucan immunomodulator content
- Humectant polysaccharide matrix
- Edible mushroom with clean food record
Known concerns
- Variable beta-glucan standardization
- Rare fungal hypersensitivity in atopic users
- Thin specific dermal toxicology
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.