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Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract

Snow mushroom extract / Silver ear mushroom polysaccharide

Safety Notes

Polysaccharide from Tremella (snow mushroom); high water-retention capacity claimed to exceed hyaluronic acid weight-for-weight; comparative evidence to HA is limited but humectant effect well-supported; growing clinical interest; low sensitization risk; vegan alternative to some animal-derived humectants

Function & Common Use

Function

Humectant / Skin Conditioning

Category

Humectant

Common In

Hydrating serums moisturisers Asian beauty products

Origin

Biotechnological (mushroom)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract safe to use in skincare?

Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Polysaccharide from Tremella (snow mushroom); high water-retention capacity claimed to exceed hyaluronic acid weight-for-weight; comparative evidence to HA is limited but humectant effect well-supported; growing clinical interest; low sensitization risk; vegan alternative to some animal-derived humectants

Is Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract allowed in India?

Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract used for in cosmetics?

Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract functions as: Humectant / Skin Conditioning. It is commonly found in: Hydrating serums moisturisers Asian beauty products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CASN/A
ECN/A

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