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Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is the extract of the mycelium of the mushroom Cordyceps sobolifera.

What does it do?

Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract?

Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is the extract of the mycelium of the mushroom Cordyceps sobolifera.

Is Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract do in cosmetic products?

Cordyceps Sobolifera Mycelium Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/04/2019