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Expert Verdict
Shiitake dermatitis (flagellate erythema) is a food-consumption phenomenon, not a cosmetic contact issue. Beta-glucan content is the primary active with a good safety profile. Taxonomic note: Corthellus is an older/alternate classification; verify supplier species confirmation as Lentinula edodes.
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Is Corthellus Shiitake Extract safe in cosmetics?
Shiitake dermatitis (flagellate erythema) is a food-consumption phenomenon, not a cosmetic contact issue. Beta-glucan content is the primary active with a good safety profile. Taxonomic note: Corthellus is an older/alternate classification; verify supplier species confirmation as Lentinula edodes. The EU classifies Corthellus Shiitake Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Corthellus Shiitake Extract allowed in the EU?
Corthellus Shiitake Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Corthellus Shiitake Extract do in cosmetics?
Corthellus Shiitake Extract functions as: Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (note: Lentinula edodes / Lentinus edodes extracts have CAS 96690-47-8, but this specific INCI uses the Corthellus nomenclature).
What is the Margin of Safety for Corthellus Shiitake Extract?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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