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Description
This complex fermented extract blend combines the power of multiple botanical ingredients and fungi to create a potent skincare active. Aspergillus fermentation enhances the bioavailability of nutrients from apricot kernel, Artemisia annua (sweet wormwood), Aquilaria agallocha stem, and Elettaria cardamomum (cardamom) seed. The inclusion of medicinal mushrooms like Cordyceps sinensis, Hericium erinaceum (lion's mane), and Polyporus umbellatus contributes antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to the formulation.
Wheat flour acts as a fermentation substrate, while Xanthium strumarium (cocklebur) fruit adds skin-soothing benefits. The fermentation process breaks down large molecules into smaller, more easily absorbed compounds, potentially increasing the efficacy of the active ingredients. This filtrate may offer multiple skin benefits, including improved hydration, enhanced barrier function, and protection against environmental stressors.
The combination of traditional Asian herbal ingredients with modern fermentation technology creates a unique active that addresses various skin concerns. This extract blend is suitable for incorporation into serums, essences, or moisturizers targeting skin revitalization, anti-aging, and overall skin health improvement.
