murphyLentinus edodes (Shiitake Mushroom) extract
AKA: Shiitake mushroom extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Mushroom
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Shiitake mushrooms are native to East Asia. Sourced from Lentinus edodes, a fungus native to East Asia, cultivated on hardwood logs or substrate. Extracted from fruiting bodies through hot water infusion or solvent extraction methods.
lentinus edodes (shiitake mushroom) extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Not applicable (Shiitake is a fungus)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
CAS #
No single CAS, varies by extract
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens & Smooths
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR