Why Mushrooms Matter for Skin
While functional mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine, science is now catching up with their impressive dermatological benefits. Rich in beta-glucans, polyphenols, and trace minerals, many medicinal mushrooms:
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Hydrate and support the skin barrier
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Reduce inflammation and sensitivity
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Brighten the complexion and fade pigmentation
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Support collagen synthesis and elasticity
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Combat oxidative stress and signs of ageing
They also work internally to support the gut-skin axis, immune regulation and hormonal balance, all of which contribute to skin health.
Key Mushrooms for Skin Support
Here’s a closer look at the most skin-beneficial mushrooms — and how they may help different skin concerns:
| Mushroom | Skin Benefits | Found In | Great For |
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| Tremella | Boosts skin hydration (holds 500x its weight in water), supports collagen | MYCO Night | Dryness, dullness, ageing skin |
| Reishi | Calms inflammation, supports repair, may reduce hormonal breakouts | MYCO Night | Sensitive skin, redness, hormonal acne |
| Maitake | Regulates immune response, may support skin balance and clarity | MYCO Night | Eczema, rosacea |
| Chaga | Potent antioxidant, protects against environmental damage and free radicals | MYCO Morning | Skin ageing, pigmentation |
| Shiitake | Contains kojic acid (natural skin brightener), supports elasticity and tone | MYCO Morning | Uneven tone, fine lines |
Mushrooms and Skin Conditions
🌿 Acne & Hormonal Breakouts
Reishi mushroom helps modulate stress hormones like cortisol, which can reduce inflammation-driven breakouts. Its immune-balancing effects also support skin that overreacts to bacteria or hormonal fluctuations.
🌿 Eczema & Dermatitis
Maitake and reishi are both anti-inflammatory and immune-supportive, which may help calm flare-ups and improve skin resilience from the inside out.
🌿 Ageing & Fine Lines
Tremella’s natural moisturising factors rival hyaluronic acid, plumping and hydrating the skin deeply. Chaga and shiitake bring antioxidants that fight oxidative stress — one of the leading causes of collagen breakdown and premature skin ageing.
🌿 Dryness & Dullness
Tremella hydrates, reishi restores balance, and chaga protects. This trio makes a strong case for internal skincare, especially when external creams aren’t enough.
Internal Skincare: Why It Works
Topical skincare often treats the surface, but mushroom supplements support the internal systems that drive healthy skin — like:
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Liver function and detox pathways
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Gut health and microbiome balance
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Immune modulation
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Hormonal regulation
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Antioxidant defence
This is why consistent daily use of functional mushrooms — like those in MYCO Morning and MYCO Night — may yield results over time when taken as part of a holistic wellness routine.
Final Thoughts
From hydration to hormone balance, functional mushrooms offer a natural, plant-based route to better skin — supporting it from the inside out. Whether you’re tackling dryness, sensitivity or signs of ageing, ingredients like tremella, reishi and chaga deliver targeted nourishment for long-term radiance and resilience.
Formulations like MYCO Morning and MYCO Night are designed with this rhythm in mind — energising and protecting during the day, while repairing and hydrating at night.
