Oh, would you look at the time, it’s time for tea! Let me tell you about the latest gossip I’ve heard in the beauty world. I’ll begin with an ancient story of the Nature Kingdom.
In the kingdom of fungi, plants, and nature, mushrooms have ruled the throne for years. They’ve maintained their royalty throughout the centuries by serving their subjects (us) anything from spiritual experiences and holistic supplements to everyday cooking and replacing our morning coffee! Mushrooms elevate our life experience by enhancing our physical and inner beauty by nourishing our minds and bodies.
Here are the 7 ways to use mushrooms to unlock our inner and outer beauty:
Antioxidants
Mushrooms are full of antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals that can damage our skin and lead to premature aging. They also contain high amounts of Vitamin D, helping to keep our skin looking healthy and vibrant. Mushrooms like Reishi, Chaga, Lion’s Mane, and Shiitake are some of the most popular varieties when it comes to anti-aging properties.
Helps Moisturize Skin
Snow mushrooms are a natural source of hyaluronic acid and are an ideal substitute for hyaluronic acid in skincare. They have similar properties and can help plump the skin, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, and improve moisture retention to naturally give us a more youthful complexion. Snow mushroom extract has been clinically proven to be five times more effective than hyaluronic acid at locking in moisture. It is also rich in antioxidants, which can help protect the skin from environmental damage, while hyaluronic acid tends to dry out the skin over time.
Nourishes Hair
Mushrooms have excellent nutrients that can help strengthen our hair by providing ample vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids to encourage thickness, length retention, and healthy growth. Reishi and Shiitake mushrooms are most known for their hair health benefits. Reishi mushrooms contain a high amount of compounds called triterpenoids, which can help to improve the strength, condition, and overall health of hair. Meanwhile, Shiitake mushrooms are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals that can nourish the scalp to improve circulation and reduce hair loss.
Prevents Acne Breakouts
Mushrooms are natural detoxifiers that protect against toxins from the inside out, which helps regulate oil production in skin cells, reducing the chance of blemishes or clogged pores developing on your face. Reishi mushrooms are one of the best for treating acne breakouts because they have a fantastic source of antioxidants that can help slow down sebum production, leading to reduced inflammation. In addition, Reishi helps to reduce stress levels, which can cause hormones to become imbalanced and worsen acne breakouts. Other beneficial mushrooms for skin health include shiitake mushrooms, maitake mushrooms, and oyster mushrooms.
Balances Hormones
Mushrooms like Reishi have properties that can help reduce stress hormones that tend to flare up during menopause or other hormonal shifts due to their anti-inflammatory effects on the body, which is especially beneficial for those with perioral dermatitis because elevated levels of cortisol or other stress hormones in the body often cause inflammation.
Improves Metabolism And Digestive Health
Some species, like Shiitake mushrooms, are known for having a plethora of “good bacteria” which improve waste removal from our bodies as well as stimulate our metabolism making us less puffy or bloated and allowing us to stay regular – keeping our digestive system functioning optimally thus eliminating organ toxicity from not-so-good foods we may consume daily!
Increases Energy Levels And Mental Clarity
The last benefit of mushrooms enhancing our beauty through the inside is increasing mental clarity and focus while providing sustained energy throughout the day without any crashes! Lion’s Mane is fantastic for focus and mental clarity, and cognitive function and Cordyceps are excellent for increasing our energy levels. If we combine both of these mushrooms into a blend, their polysaccharide compounds will act as fuel and help keep us grounded and balanced while boosting cognitive capacity!
Final Thoughts
Mushrooms, indeed, are the kings and queens of the nature kingdom. They have extravagantly ruled their subjects throughout the centuries and guided us to use their nutrients and antioxidants to improve our skin, hair, hormones, gut, and mind, making us look and feel good from the inside out.
And that’s the tea my loves! Tune back in soon to find out more of the latest fungi facts and figures.
Fungi Fairy out xoxo.