INCI name

GANODERMA LUCIDUM STEM EXTRACT

Reishi mushroom stem extract

An extract of reishi mushroom stems used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Ganoderma lucidum stem extract is an extract of the stems of the reishi (lingzhi) mushroom, Ganoderma lucidum, assigned in CosIng to the family Polyporaceae. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, essences and other skin care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or what the extract contains.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (11)

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