BLP Snow Mushroom Hydrating Complex

BLP Snow Mushroom Hydrating Complex is made from 100% plant-derived ingredients and contains snow mushroom extract, a rich source of polysaccharides that binds moisture to the skin surface. It softens dry skin and eases the feel of tightness.

What Is BLP Snow Mushroom Hydrating Complex?

Snow mushroom is Tremella fuciformis. The supplier states the complex is 400 times as moisturizing as sodium hyaluronate in improving skin softness, and that it works in both low and high humidity. The INCI is Water, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Snow Mushroom) Extract, Betaine, Glycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol.

Key Properties

Strong hydration

Polysaccharides hold moisture on the skin and plump the look of fine dryness lines.

Any climate

It keeps performing in low and high humidity.

Hair and skin

The supplier lists hair serums and frizzy hair products next to skin care.

Where It Is Used

Use it in oil-free moisturizers, BB and CC creams, foundations, anti-aging products and hair serums. It pairs with pre-hydrated hyaluronic acid gel and with hydrolyzed silk peptide powder in hair care. Explore more plant actives in our botanical extracts category.

How to Use

Add it to the water phase below 50°C (122°F). For water-in-oil emulsions, add it to the water phase before emulsifying. The usage rate is 0.5 to 5%. It suits products with a final pH of 3.0 to 9.0; the ideal is 5.0 to 5.5.

Compatibility and Technical Notes

The complex is not heat sensitive, but as with most actives it should go in below 50°C. This is a raw cosmetic ingredient for cosmetic use only.

Characteristics

INCI: Water, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Snow Mushroom) Extract, Betaine, Glycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol. CAS number: Mixture (as stated by supplier). Appearance: clear liquid to gel. Solubility: soluble in water. pH: raw material about 7 to 9; products pH 3.0 to 9.0, ideal 5.0 to 5.5. Recommended use level: 0.5 to 5%. Shelf life: 1 year from the date of manufacture if stored sealed under ambient conditions.

Storage

Store sealed. Avoid temperatures above 40°C (104°F); the optimum storage temperature is 24°C.

FAQ

What is snow mushroom?

Tremella fuciformis, a mushroom rich in polysaccharides.

What is the usage rate?

0.5 to 5% of the finished product.

Can it be used in hair care?

Yes. The supplier lists hair serums and frizzy hair products.