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Mushrooms In Skincare

August 06, 2025•6 min read

Lindsay Rose Beauty Blog

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The Truth About Mushrooms In Skincare

Trend or Game-Changer?

Introduction:

Mushrooms are more than just a health food trend ... they’re quickly becoming some of the most powerful ingredients in both skincare and holistic wellness. Used for centuries in traditional medicine for their healing, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic properties, functional mushrooms are now making their way into modern skincare routines and supplement protocols. As a holistic esthetician, I’m so excited to help you understand why these incredible fungi are worth paying attention to—both on your skin and inside your body.

Let's Discuss:

Mushrooms are having a major skincare moment, and as your holistic esthetician, I am here for it.
But this isn’t just another beauty trend… it’s a return to nature.

Mushrooms have been used in naturopathic medicine for centuries for their healing, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic properties.

Today, we’re seeing those same benefits show up in skincare and supplements, and for good reason.

There is SO much on this topic I could send you so much information. But let's start with this...

What are they?

What Are Functional Mushrooms?

These aren’t the kind you toss on pizza.
Functional mushrooms like Reishi, Shiitake, Tremella, Maitake, Lions Main, Turkey Tail, King Trumpet, Blue Oyster and Chagaare rich in:

Beta-glucans (for moisture retention + barrier repair)
Antioxidants (to fight free radicals and aging)
Anti-inflammatory compounds (to calm redness, sensitivity, and acne)
Polysaccharides (to nourish and rejuvenate skin cells)

They’re considered adaptogens, meaning they help your body adapt to stress—internally and externally.

Skincare Benefits of Mushrooms

You’ll start to see mushrooms showing up in:

Serums for hydration and resilience
Moisturizers for calming and barrier repair
Masks and eye creams for smoothing, soothing, and anti-aging
Supplements to boost skin glow from within

One of my favorite mushrooms for skin, I am seeing and learning about...

Tremella, also called the “beauty mushroom" or "Snow Mushroom."

It holds 500x its weight in water—even more than hyaluronic acid—and helps plump and hydrate the skin naturally.

This is coming into my practice soon with a new facial I will be offering, so stay tuned!

The Power of Mushrooms in Skincare

Mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine across the globe—and now, they’re making their way into skincare for good reason.

Snow Mushroom (Tremella) from China is often called nature’s hyaluronic acid, holding up to 500x its weight in water to deeply hydrate and plump the skin.

Reishi, used in traditional Chinese medicine, helps calm inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier, making it ideal for sensitive or stressed skin.

Shiitake, rich in kojic acid, naturally brightens and helps fade dark spots.

Chaga, found in Siberia, is loaded with antioxidants that protect the skin from pollution and oxidative stress.

Turkey Tail, popular in Korea and Japan, supports skin immunity and healing, great for post-treatment care.

Cordyceps boosts oxygen flow and energizes tired, dull skin, while

Lion’s Mane is emerging as a calming neurocosmetic for inflammation and barrier repair. These global skin heroes work beautifully with both spa treatments and topical skincare for truly holistic skin health.

Let's Chat About the Internal Use.

What I use & recommend using internally is a mushroom supplement blend, and one I have partnered with recently because it made an impact in my health and is a great preventative for our health.

Other products in the line have completely changed my family's health, so I love the transparency of the company.

I personally use a blend of mushroom-based supplements that include the following in the blend in the graphic below.

Listed below is the mushroom you can take internally and what it helps with.

I also love this one because it contains black pepper to maximize the absorption and garlic in the blend to target the health of the immune system, heart, and gut balance.

When taken internally, functional mushrooms can support the body in powerful, natural ways:

Memory, Mood & Cognitive Function – Enhances focus, mental clarity, and emotional balance
Energy & Physical Performance – Improves stamina and reduces fatigue during daily activity or exercise
Heart & Circulatory Health – Helps support healthy cholesterol levels and cardiovascular function
Immune System Support – Strengthens immune response and reduces inflammation
Hormonal Balance & Stress Relief – Supports adrenal health and balances cortisol levels
Healthy Digestion & Gut Health – Aids in nutrient absorption and promotes microbiome balance
Blood Sugar Regulation – Supports stable blood sugar levels throughout the day
Skin Health & Radiance – Promotes clearer, more vibrant skin from within
Weight Management & Metabolism – Assists in healthy metabolic function and appetite regulation

I’ve recently partnered with a powerful mushroom supplement blend that I now take daily, not only because it’s helped improve my own health, but because it’s one of the best preventative tools I ’ve found for long-term wellness.

This particular blend includes a variety of functional mushrooms (listed in the graphic below), each chosen for its unique internal benefits, from immune and brain support to hormone balance and gut health.

I also love that it contains black pepper for enhanced absorption and black garlic, which adds powerful support for your immune system, heart, and digestion, all in one formula.

To wrap this up, I think we will be seeing mushrooms in our skincare more and more. I also believe that the internal use and benefits will be talked about more and people will start using them to improve their health.

So, come see me and let's use it in your skincare and also check out the product for internal use and see how that helps you also.

In Closing

Mushrooms are here to stay... and for good reason. Whether you’re using them topically to hydrate, heal, and brighten the skin, or taking them internally to support gut, brain, immune, and metabolic health, functional mushrooms are a true powerhouse in natural beauty and wellness.

I’ve seen incredible changes personally, and I can’t wait to bring more of these benefits into my treatment room and share them with you. Curious about how to use mushrooms in your skincare or daily health routine?

Reach out or book a session with me... I’d love to guide you through it!

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