Product Details
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Resilient Roots: Shiitake Liquid Extract – 100% Natural (Standardized) draws on the strength of this legendary mushroom, long valued in East Asia for vitality and longevity. In skin and hair care, it helps bring balance, hydration, and a natural radiance.
The Shiitake Standard: With 14.2% polysaccharides, this botanical extract delivers reliable concentration in every batch, offering moisturizing, smoothing, and firming support.
A Mushroom for Moisture: Rich in natural polysaccharides, vitamins, and minerals, shiitake extract helps restore hydration, promote skin brightening, and support a more refined, youthful appearance.
On The Bright Side: Known for its calming and balancing touch, Shiitake Liquid Extract – 100% Natural (Standardized) helps soothe the skin, improve texture, and soften the look of fine lines.
Smooth Integration: Carried in corn sugar–derived propanediol, this extract blends seamlessly into formulations, enhancing stability, emollience, and clarity, offering a biodegradable alternative to petroleum-based glycols.
DESCRIPTION
Celebrated for its vitality, shiitake has long been treasured in East Asia for its nourishing qualities. Shiitake Liquid Extract – 100% Natural (Standardized) is derived from Lentinus edodes and blended with corn sugar–derived propanediol. The extract is not bleached or harshly treated, allowing it to retain the natural depth of the mushroom.
Standardized to 14.2% polysaccharides, this extract offers concentrated mushroom benefits in every batch. Rich in polysaccharides, vitamins, and minerals, it delivers moisturizing and smoothing care while supporting a brighter, more refined appearance and softening the look of fine lines.
Ideal for firming, lifting, and brightening products, Shiitake Liquid Extract – 100% Natural (Standardized) is a versatile skin care ingredient that brings hydration, balance, and radiance to formulations.
DIRECTIONS & SUGGESTED USAGE
- Shine with Shiitake: Add Shiitake Liquid Extract – 100% Natural (Standardized) at 1–3% in serums, creams, or lotions to boost hydration, brighten the complexion, and refine skin’s appearance.
- Forest-Born Balance: Incorporate at 1–3% into toners, facial cleansers, or micellar water for soothing, clarifying care that leaves skin feeling refreshed and even.
- Root to Tip Renewal: Use at 1–3% in shampoos, conditioners, or masks to bring lightweight moisture, softness, and shine to hair.
- Formulation Notes: Recommended usage level is 1–3%. Add during the cool-down phase (below 40 °C / 104 °F) to help preserve the extract’s beneficial compounds and natural color.
INCI:
Lentinus edodes (shiitake) extract and propanediol
Standardization:
14.2% Polysaccharides
Solubility:
Soluble in water; compatible with emulsions and surfactant systems. 
MORE ABOUT SHIITAKE LIQUID EXTRACT – 100% NATURAL (STANDARDIZED)
Color/Consistency:
Light to dark brown liquid.
Aromatic Description:
Mild natural aroma characteristic of shiitake.
Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry, well ventilated environment. Protect from humidity. Preferred temperature under 25°C / 77°C.
Shelf Life: Approximately three years when stored under proper conditions.
Note: As a natural ingredient, color may vary slightly from batch to batch and may shift depending on formulation type.
Cautions: For external cosmetic use only.
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