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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Turkey tail Extract

Trametes Versicolor Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Discover Formulate Labs' Trametes Versicolor Extract, a fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock rich in polysaccharopeptides (PSP) and Polysaccharide-K (PSK), specifically formulated as the INCI active, distinct from broader market trade names.

  • Fixed 5% Trametes Versicolor Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying 5% botanical extract. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for brightening, anti-aging, and photoprotection serums and toners. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Turkey Tail Mushroom
Polysaccharopeptide & Beta-Glucan Rich Extract
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Trametes Versicolor Extract
Common names
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract · Trametes versicolor fruiting-body powder · Coriolus versicolor · Turkey Tail
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
trametes botanical extract - trametes hydroglycerin stock Turkey Tail mushroom
The extract

The Multi-Functional Science of Turkey Tail Extract

Botanical Identity: Trametes versicolor (also known by common names such as Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract, Trametes versicolor fruiting-body powder, Coriolus versicolor, or simply turkey tail) provides a multi-functional cosmetic active. Product Delineation: Formulate Labs provides the pure INCI active, Trametes Versicolor Extract, in our proprietary stock carriers, not specific supplier SKUs.

Dual mechanism: Trametes Versicolor Extract offers multi-functional cosmetic benefits through its primary components, polysaccharopeptides (PSP) and Polysaccharide-K (PSK). These actives function as potent antioxidants, helping to protect skin cells like keratinocytes from oxidative damage induced by environmental stressors such as UVB radiation. Additionally, the extract acts as a competitive tyrosinase inhibitor, moderating melanin synthesis to help reduce the appearance of unwanted hyperpigmentation and promote a more even, luminous skin tone. This supports its applications in barrier repair, photoprotection, skin brightening, and anti-aging formulations.

Use levels: For optimal cosmetic benefits, Formulate Labs recommends a typical use level of 1.0% – 5.0% of this standardized Trametes Versicolor Extract stock in your formulations.

Market context: The INCI active, Trametes Versicolor Extract, is found in several well-known competitor materials, highlighting its diverse market applications. It is utilized in FinnPep™ Lumina-class actives for Nordic adaptogenic mushroom complexes, Actisoothe™-class actives for easing sensorial discomfort and mitigating visible consequences of environmental damage, and AC Kerazyme® Protect-class actives specifically for the hair care market to protect against thermal stress, color fade, and UV damage.

Pricing context: Public B2B pricing data for standardized liquid suspensions of Trametes Versicolor Extract remains sparse. However, Formulate Labs offers a clear pricing ladder for our standardized cosmetic active, starting with a 500g sample at $225.00, 1kg at $350.00, and a 17kg pail at $5,050.00 ($297.06/kg).

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

Formulate Labs supplies the pure INCI active (Trametes Versicolor Extract), which is distinct from broader market trade names and supplier SKUs.

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Antioxidant Protection
Polysaccharopeptides (PSP) and Polysaccharide-K (PSK) help protect skin cells like keratinocytes from oxidative damage induced by environmental stressors such as UVB radiation.
Skin Brightening & Tone*
Moderates tyrosinase activity, a key enzyme in melanin synthesis, to help reduce the appearance of unwanted hyperpigmentation for a more even, luminous skin tone.
Barrier Support & Photoprotection*
Supports skin barrier repair and offers photoprotection functions, making it valuable in anti-aging and resilience-focused cosmetic formulations.
Hair & Scalp Vitality
Supports hair protection from thermal stress, color fade, and UV damage by helping to seal the cuticle, while offering antioxidant and barrier support benefits for the scalp.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Formulate Labs’ research confirms the multi-functional benefits of Trametes Versicolor Extract for cosmetic applications. Scientific studies highlight its role in influencing melanocyte activity, inhibiting tyrosinase for depigmenting effects, and protecting keratinocytes from oxidative damage and UVB-induced senescence. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

2023
Peer-Reviewed
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy

Influence on Melanocyte Activity and Pigmentation Management

See journal record

This study shows the extract influences melanocyte activity and migration, which is a key mechanism for managing the appearance of uneven pigmentation. This supports its use in cosmetic formulations designed to promote an even and radiant complexion.

2021
Peer-Reviewed
International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Tyrosinase Inhibition for Visible Depigmenting Effects

See journal record

This research links the extract's tyrosinase-inhibiting function directly to a visible depigmenting effect, providing a clear mechanism of action for its use. It validates the ingredient's role in products targeting the appearance of dark spots and an uneven skin tone.

2024
Peer-Reviewed
Nutrients

Protection of Keratinocytes from Oxidative Damage and UVB-Induced Senescence

See journal record

Polysaccharide peptides within the extract were found to protect human keratinocytes from oxidative damage and mitigate the effects of UVB-induced cellular senescence. This evidence supports its positioning as a valuable component in anti-aging and photoprotection-focused cosmetic lines.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Trametes Versicolor Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-TRV-W1-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 58.737% Propanediol · 24.474% Glycerin · 9.789% Trametes Versicolor Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
58.737%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
24.474%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
9.789%
Trametes Versicolor Extract
CASContact for COA
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
1.0% – 5.0%
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
Highly water-soluble. Optimized for use in Hydroglycerin or Water/Propanediol/Glycerin stock carriers.
Temperature
Exhibits high thermal stability, suitable for hot-process emulsions. Finished products should be in opaque or UV-coated primary packaging due to potential darkening with prolonged UV exposure.
Incompatibilities
Avoid high concentrations of heavy metal ions or sulfur dioxide (SO2). Compatible with common synthetic thickeners like Carbomers and Acrylates.
Pairs well with
Compatible with common synthetic thickeners like Carbomers and Acrylates.
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Cosmetic applications in major global markets. Formulators are responsible for ensuring final product compliance with all local and regional regulations.
Claims guidance
Cosmetic claims may include support for skin brightening, promoting an even skin tone, and reducing the visible signs of environmental aging. Additional claims can focus on antioxidant protection, photoprotection benefits, and barrier support for both skin and scalp. In hair care, claims related to protection against thermal stress, color fade, and UV damage by helping to seal the cuticle are supported.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: skin conditioning agent, antioxidant, skin protectant, hair conditioning agent
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-TRV series).
  • Formulators are responsible for ensuring final product compliance with all local and regional regulations.
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Specific safety and regulatory documentation for the Formulate Labs product is available upon request.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

500 g
$225.00
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