Beauty revelation: Mushrooms, your skin's new allies!
Long confined to gastronomy and traditional medicine, mushrooms are now establishing themselves as essential active ingredients in cosmetics. Their richness in antioxidants, polysaccharides, vitamins, and minerals makes them ingredients of choice for moisturizing, soothing, and revitalizing the skin.
Why have mushrooms become essential in cosmetics?
Exceptional biochemical richness
Mushrooms contain powerful bioactive compounds such as beta-glucans, triterpenes, natural melanin, and essential fatty acids. These substances contribute to cell regeneration, protection against environmental aggressors, and stimulation of the skin's natural defenses.
Therapeutic and cosmetic versatility
Used as an infusion, powder, or extract, mushrooms have demonstrated their ability to:
- Strengthen the skin barrier
- Reduce chronic or occasional inflammation
- Prevent severe dehydration
- Fighting the visible signs of aging
Focus on four species with remarkable properties:
1. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum): the natural anti-aging remedy
Nicknamed the «mushroom of immortality» in Asia, Reishi is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It helps reduce redness, soothe sensitive skin, and combat the signs of skin aging. Its triterpenes and polysaccharides strengthen the skin barrier and improve skin elasticity. .
2. Chaga (Inonotus obliquus): the antioxidant shield
Growing on birch trees in cold regions, Chaga is one of the richest mushrooms in antioxidants. It protects the skin from oxidative stress, prevents premature aging, and promotes a radiant complexion. Its beta-glucans and polyphenols soothe inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier. .
3. Shiitake (Lentinula edodes): for a radiant complexion
Used for centuries in Asian medicine, Shiitake is rich in B vitamins and in kojic acid. It stimulates collagen production, improves skin elasticity, and reduces pigmentation spots. Its gentle exfoliating action promotes a luminous and even complexion. .
4. The Chanterelle (Cantharellus cibarius): hair hygiene
Chanterelle mushrooms help strengthen and hydrate hair fibers, while soothing the scalp. Thanks to their high content of natural antioxidants, they help neutralize oxidative stress and slow down the cellular aging process.
Incorporate mushrooms into your beauty routine
Mushroom extracts are now found in various cosmetic products: serums, moisturizers, masks, and lotions. Regular use can help improve skin hydration, firmness, and radiance. Before adopting a new product, it is recommended to perform a skin test and consult a healthcare professional if in doubt.
