Cordyceps Sinensis (Mushroom) Extract
INCI: CORDYCEPS SINENSIS EXTRACT
CAS 73049-73-7
mixture of peptides and amino acids formed from proteins by proteolytic digestion
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose
Function
Extract from Cordyceps sinensis (caterpillar fungus) mycelium. Active constituents: cordycepin (3'-deoxyadenosine, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory), beta-glucans (barrier/immunomodulatory), adenosine, and polysaccharides. Mechanisms: antioxidant via cordycepin free-radical scavenging; anti-inflammatory via inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokine production; beta-glucan barrier support; claimed adaptogenic anti-stress activity.
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details
Description
mixture of peptides and amino acids formed from proteins by proteolytic digestion
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