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Tremella

Edible mushroom "snow fungus" - a natural alternative to hyaluronic acid with an even greater ability to retain moisture. Tremella hydrates, smooths, and gives the skin a plush texture.

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✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Tremella Fuciformis (tremella, snow fungus) - an edible mushroom widely used in traditional Chinese medicine and cosmetics. Contains polysaccharides with a molecular structure similar to hyaluronic acid, but with smaller molecules for better penetration. In INCI: Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract.

Used in moisturizing serums, essences, and creams. Especially popular in Asian cosmetics and "mushroom beauty" products. Effectively combines with hyaluronic acid for multi-level hydration.

Key Benefits

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Intense hydration

Tremella polysaccharides retain water 500 times their own weight - compared to 1000 times retention of HA, but with better penetration.

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Smoothing and plush texture

Small molecules penetrate deeper than hyaluronic acid, smoothing the skin from within and providing softness.

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Antioxidant support, "text": "Beta-glucans and polyphenols from the mushroom protect the skin from free radicals and support its protective functions.

Suitable for

Dehydrated skinMature skinAll skin typesSensitive skin

Main Actions

✓ Hydration✓ Smoothing✓ Antioxidant protection✓ Texture improvement✓ Plush skin

Mushrooms in cosmetics

Tremella is just one of the "mushroom beauty" ingredients. Also popular: chaga (antioxidant), reishi (adaptogen), shiitake (brightening). Each mushroom has its unique profile of active components.

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