Tremella Mushroom Extract

INCI: Tremella Fuciformis Extract
Also known as: Snow mushroom, Silver ear
HydrationhumectantbotanicalEmerging evidencePregnancy safe
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Skinlumis Rating
Comedogenic
0/5
Irritancy
0/5
Best applied
Both
Effective range
0.5%–3%
How It Works

A mushroom-derived polysaccharide that binds five times more water than hyaluronic acid, with a smaller molecular size for deeper penetration.

Highly branched polysaccharide creates a 3D water-binding network that hydrates skin and forms a soft protective film.

pH Range
5.0–7.0
Benefits
  • Higher water-binding than HA
  • Smaller molecule than HA
  • Plumps skin
  • Suitable for vegan formulas
Proven For

What the evidence supports.

DehydrationLoss of plumpness
Best For
  • All skin types
Avoid If

No notable contraindications reported.

Layering Order
4/10

Mid-routine serum or treatment step.

Max Safe Concentration
5%

Concentration range in well-formulated products: 0.5%–3%

Seasonal Use

Year-round.

Nutrition Connection

Traditional Chinese tonic mushroom.

Skin Signals When You Need It

No specific deficiency signals tracked for this ingredient.

For Estheticians & Professionals

Vegan HA-equivalent, premium positioning in clean beauty.

Clinical Evidence

The research behind Tremella Mushroom Extract.

1 peer-reviewed study

Every claim on this page traces to published research. Findings below are drawn from randomized trials and systematic reviews, each links to the study on PubMed.

Randomized Controlled Trial
Nano-hyaluronic acid significantly improved skin hydration and elasticity after 8 weeks.
Jegasothy SM, Zabolotniaia V, Bielfeldt S
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2014
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Conflicts With

No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.

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