Scientific name: Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract
Classification: Plant-based active ingredient
Astringent, firming, toning.
Stories from Nature
Fomes Officinalis, or Larch Mushroom, is an inedible fungus that grows in tubers arranged in multiple layers that renew themselves annually and are positioned vertically to allow spores to fall. Its scientific name is Fomes Officinalis, commonly known as the Larch Mushroom. In ancient times, it was referred to as “Agaricus medicorum” to highlight its therapeutic properties against intestinal ailments and snake bites.
It is still used today in the preparation of herbal medicines and bitters. Once highly sought after, the therapeutic use of this mushroom did not become widespread because it was quite rare and therefore very expensive; however, it made the fortune of numerous liqueurs that derived their bitter taste precisely from the potent active compounds of this mushroom.
Skin Benefits
Fomes (mushroom) Officinalis is extracted from the pulp of the Fomes Officinalis mushroom. It has an astringent action that closes enlarged pores and improves skin texture, making the skin visibly more toned, smooth, and even, for a silky effect and a matte finish.
Hair Benefits
In trichology, this extract delivers exceptional results for treating oily and compromised scalps. Its astringent and sebum-regulating properties help purify the scalp by reducing excess sebum production.
By regulating glandular secretions, the larch mushroom ensures scalp health, prolonging the sensation of freshness, cleanliness, and lightness. Thanks to this deep rebalancing action, it prolongs the freshness of your hairstyle, keeping hair light and voluminous for a long time.
