Tremella Mushroom Extract
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.
- Higher water-binding than HA
- Smaller molecule than HA
- Plumps skin
- Suitable for vegan formulas
What the evidence supports.
- All skin types
No notable contraindications reported.
Mid-routine serum or treatment step.
Concentration range in well-formulated products: 0.5%–3%
Year-round.
Traditional Chinese tonic mushroom.
No specific deficiency signals tracked for this ingredient.
Vegan HA-equivalent, premium positioning in clean beauty.
The research behind Tremella Mushroom Extract.
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.
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2014
No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.
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