INCI name

TREMELLA FUCIFORMIS SPOROCARP EXTRACT

Snow mushroom extract

An extract of the snow fungus Tremella fuciformis used as a humectant.

What it is

Tremella fuciformis sporocarp extract is an extract of the fruiting body (sporocarp) of the snow fungus, Tremella fuciformis. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant, hair-conditioning, humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams, toners, essences and masks.

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 the composition of the extract.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
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 (17)

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