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Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract

INCI: TREMELLA FUCIFORMIS SPOROCARP EXTRACT
CAS 778577-37-0
Polysaccharide extract from Tremella fuciformis (snow fungus). Hygroscopic acidic polysaccharides absorb moisture and form biofilm on skin surface. Particle size smaller than standard hyaluronic acid allows deeper penetration. Primary activity: deep hydration and barrier support. Secondary claims: adaptogenic anti-stress and antioxidant properties.
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Polysaccharide extract from Tremella fuciformis (snow fungus). Hygroscopic acidic polysaccharides absorb moisture and form biofilm on skin surface. Particle size smaller than standard hyaluronic acid allows deeper penetration. Primary activity: deep hydration and barrier support. Secondary claims: adaptogenic anti-stress and antioxidant properties.

Purpose

Function

Polysaccharide extract from Tremella fuciformis (snow fungus). Hygroscopic acidic polysaccharides absorb moisture and form biofilm on skin surface. Particle size smaller than standard hyaluronic acid allows deeper penetration. Primary activity: deep hydration and barrier support. Secondary claims: adaptogenic anti-stress and antioxidant properties.
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernNone
Flags
adaptogenmushroom-extracthydrationholistic-beautyclaims-substantiation-required
Verdict

Snow fungus extract is gaining traction as a natural hyaluronic acid alternative. Core hydration claims are well-supported; adaptogenic claims require additional clinical validation. Unrestricted globally.

US Note

Permitted without restriction. Gaining traction in clean and holistic beauty segment alongside reishi and ginseng. Claims beyond hydration require substantiation. MoCRA safety substantiation required.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
778577-37-0
INCI
TREMELLA FUCIFORMIS SPOROCARP EXTRACT
Category
other
Updated
Apr 2, 2026