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GRIFOLA FRONDOSA /(REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA/GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS/ANGELICA GIGAS/OPHIOPOGON JAPONICUS/ATRACTYLODES MACROCEPHALA/ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS) ROOT/CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS FLOWER/ RICE SEED/CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL FERMENT FILTRATE EXTRACT

Description

This complex ingredient blend combines traditional Eastern medicinal herbs with modern fermentation technology to create a potent skincare active. Grifola frondosa, also known as Maitake mushroom, is rich in beta-glucans and antioxidants, offering potential anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties. The herbal extracts, including Rehmannia glutinosa, Glycyrrhiza uralensis (licorice root), and Angelica gigas, contribute various skin-beneficial compounds such as iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, and coumarins.

Ophiopogon japonicus and Atractylodes macrocephala are known for their moisturizing and skin-soothing effects, while Astragalus membranaceus provides antioxidant protection. Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) flower extract adds emollient properties and potential skin-brightening effects. Rice seed extract contributes ceramides and antioxidants, supporting skin barrier function and hydration.

The inclusion of Citrus unshiu (Satsuma mandarin) peel ferment filtrate extract introduces probiotics and postbiotics, which may enhance the skin's microbiome and improve overall skin health. The fermentation process can increase the bioavailability and efficacy of the active compounds within the blend. This multi-faceted ingredient combination aims to address various skin concerns, including hydration, barrier function, antioxidant protection, and overall skin health.