Reishi Extract (Cosmetic)
Ganoderma lucidum · Beta-glucans / Polysaccharides · Mushroom Skincare Active
Reishi cosmetic grade is used by skincare brands developing mushroom skincare, hydration serums, barrier creams, calming masks, anti-aging products, and premium skin nutrition lines. It is a strong fit for brands translating functional mushroom trends into topical beauty.
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| Fungal Source | Ganoderma lucidum |
| INCI Name | Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract |
| Key Actives | Polysaccharides · beta-glucans · triterpenes depending on grade |
| Available Specs | 10:1 extract · 30% polysaccharides · beta-glucan tested grades available |
| Appearance | Brown to reddish-brown fine powder |
| Solubility | Water-dispersible; clarity depends on extract ratio and polysaccharide content |
| Typical Use Level | 0.1%–2.0% depending on extract strength and formula type |
| Key Quality Control | Polysaccharides or beta-glucans, fungal source, heavy metals, microbiology, pesticide status, color, and odor |
| MOQ | 1kg (sample from 20g available) |
| Bulk Lead Time | 10–15 business days |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from manufacture date |
| Storage | Cool, dry place. Sealed container. Protect from light, heat, and moisture. |
| Available Certifications | GMP · ISO · Vegan · Non-GMO · Halal documentation available; COSMOS / Organic available by grade |
Cosmetic claims: Reishi Extract can support hydration, barrier-friendly care, comfort, antioxidant care, and visible aging positioning. Avoid claims about immune treatment, wound healing, disease prevention, or medicinal mushroom effects.
Formulation note: Mushroom extracts can vary in color, odor, and clarity. For premium serums, test dispersion and stability before bulk approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Polysaccharide grades are common and cost-effective for mushroom skincare stories. Beta-glucan tested grades give a stronger marker for hydration and barrier-focused positioning. If the label mentions beta-glucans, request the test method.
Yes. Reishi fits hydration, barrier, and skin nutrition concepts, especially when paired with HA, tremella, beta-glucan, and ceramide systems. Keep the claims topical and cosmetic.
It can. Reishi is often brown to reddish-brown and may be visible in pale products. For clear serums, check haze, sediment, and odor during stability.
Keep claims cosmetic and appearance-focused: hydration, comfort, radiance, antioxidant care, smoother-looking skin, visible aging support, or even-looking tone depending on the ingredient. Avoid disease, treatment, SPF, wound-healing, or drug-style claims unless the finished product is reviewed under the correct regulatory pathway.
Every sample and bulk order includes COA, MSDS, and product specification sheet. For cosmetic ingredients, INCI support, heavy metal data, microbiology results, allergen statement, vegan / Non-GMO statement, flow chart, and country of origin declaration are available for bulk orders.
Reishi pairs well with tremella, sodium hyaluronate, beta-glucan, centella, ashwagandha, ginseng, green tea, peptides, and ceramide moisturizers.
Minimum bulk order is 1kg, with formulation samples available from 20g. Bulk lead time is usually 10–15 business days depending on selected specification, inventory, documentation requirements, and destination market.
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Mushroom note
For mushroom skincare, beta-glucan testing gives a stronger cosmetic story than a vague “10:1 extract” label.
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