Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract
East-Asian medicinal fungus traditionally attributed anti-inflammatory properties.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Plant extract. Clinically meaningful effect on human skin is not supported by robust evidence; data limited to in vitro / lab models.
How to read tiers A–F
- CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Unknown
About this ingredient
Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract is an East Asian medicinal fungus (fu-ling, 茯苓). Contains polysaccharides (pachyman, triglycosides), triterpenoids (poricoic acid), sterols. Where applied. K-beauty and Japanese cosmetics, creams, toners, masks (0.5-2%). Marketed as an anti-inflammatory and moisturising component. Evidence base. In vitro shows anti-inflammatory activity of poricoic acid via NF-κB suppression. Clinical topical RCTs in humans are essentially absent. Systemic data exist for oral use in oedema in TCM, unrelated to skin. Safety. Allergic reactions rare. Possible sensitisation in mushroom-allergic people. Pregnancy and lactation – insufficient data. Topical use at cosmetic concentrations is considered acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
Is Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract safe during pregnancy?
Safety data for Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract during pregnancy is insufficient. Best avoided when in doubt.
What is Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
East-Asian medicinal fungus traditionally attributed anti-inflammatory properties.
What's the INCI name for Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract?
The INCI name is Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract.
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