When it comes to skincare, the right ingredients can make all the difference. At blu beryl, we’re proud to spotlight one powerhouse ingredient that stands out in our formulations—beta glucan. Derived from mushrooms, beta glucan is one of nature’s best-kept secrets, offering numerous benefits for your skin.
In this blog, we’ll explore why beta glucan is so effective and why it has become the star ingredient in many of blu beryl’s products.
Beta glucan is a natural polysaccharide (a type of carbohydrate) that is found in the cell walls of certain mushrooms, oats, yeast, and grains. Known for its incredible ability to retain moisture, beta glucan has gained a reputation as one of the best hydrating ingredients in the skincare world.
We source beta glucan from mushrooms like Schizophyllum commune, harnessing its hydrating, soothing, and protective properties for the ultimate skin boost.
One of beta glucan’s greatest strengths is its ability to hydrate the skin. This polysaccharide is a powerful humectant, meaning it draws moisture into the skin and helps retain it. What sets beta glucan apart is its ability to hold up to 20% more moisture than even hyaluronic acid, making it an exceptional choice for maintaining skin hydration.
Whether you have dry, oily, or combination skin, beta glucan’s hydrating properties work to replenish moisture levels without leaving a greasy or heavy residue.
If you struggle with redness, irritation, or have sensitive skin, beta glucan is your new best friend. Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, beta glucan works to calm irritated skin and reduce redness. This makes it ideal for those dealing with conditions like eczema, rosacea, or post-treatment skin that needs a little extra care.
Our Hydrating Face Mist and Daily Moisturiser, both infused with beta glucan from mushrooms, are designed to soothe sensitive skin, providing immediate comfort and relief.
Your skin barrier is your first line of defense against environmental stressors like pollution, UV rays, and toxins. A compromised barrier can lead to dryness, irritation, and even breakouts. Beta glucan helps to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier by locking in moisture and keeping external irritants out.
We incorporate beta glucan into products like our Age Control Serum and Daily Moisturiser to support your skin’s barrier function, keeping it strong and resilient.
Beta glucan doesn’t just hydrate and soothe; it’s also known for its ability to accelerate wound healing. This makes it ideal for skin that’s healing from acne, sunburn, or even minor cuts. The ingredient promotes skin regeneration by stimulating collagen production, which helps repair damaged skin.
This is why beta glucan is often found in post-surgical skincare or products designed for acne-prone skin—it helps skin heal faster while reducing the likelihood of scarring.
In addition to its hydrating and soothing properties, beta glucan offers another important benefit: antioxidant protection. Beta glucan fights off free radicals—unstable molecules that can damage your skin cells and accelerate aging. By neutralizing free radicals, beta glucan helps to prevent the visible signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of elasticity.
By incorporating beta glucan into your skincare routine, you’re not only hydrating and soothing your skin, but you’re also giving it long-term protection against environmental damage.
We prioritize ingredients that are both effective and sustainable. Beta glucan from mushrooms fits perfectly into our plant-based, mycelium-infused skincare philosophy. It’s a natural, renewable ingredient that delivers powerful results for hydration, soothing, protection, and repair—all while being gentle on your skin.
Whether it’s through our Hydration Serum, Daily Moisturiser, or Powder-to-Foam Cleanser, beta glucan is at the heart of what makes blu beryl’s products so effective.
If you’re looking to elevate your skincare routine with an ingredient that provides deep hydration, calms irritation, strengthens the skin barrier, and offers antioxidant protection, beta glucan is your go-to. At blu beryl, we harness the power of beta glucan to bring you products that deliver real, lasting results.
Ready to see what beta glucan can do for your skin? Explore our range of beta glucan-rich skincare products and experience the benefits of this star ingredient today.
