Mycofuse™ Protect

Mycofuse® Protect is a water-soluble bioactive complex designed to nourish, shield, and revitalize the hair. Developed using sustainable mycelium technology, it features Lentinus edodes (shiitake mushroom) mycelium extract combined with Lactobacillus ferment to reinforce hair fiber integrity. As mycelium gains momentum across industries for its adhesive, regenerative, and ecological properties, Mycofuse® Protect leverages this innovation in cosmetic science. The natural polysaccharides and proteins in the mycelium form a flexible barrier over the hair strand, sealing the cuticle, reducing moisture loss, and defending against chemical and thermal stress. The result is visibly healthier, stronger, and more resilient hair.

MADE OF:

Mycofuse® Protect is composed of water, Lentinus edodes mycelium extract, and Lactobacillus ferment. The shiitake mycelium is rich in chitosan, polysaccharides, and natural biopolymers that provide adhesive, protective, and antimicrobial properties. These compounds form a smooth, flexible barrier that binds to the hair strand and minimizes cuticle lift. The ferment component contributes additional conditioning and soothing benefits, making this ingredient suitable for sensitive scalp and damaged hair formulations.

Scientifically Proven:

🌫️ Hair Pollution Defense: In an ex vivo assay, Mycofuse® Protect reduced MDA levels by 62.5% compared to untreated samples when exposed to cigarette smoke. This confirms its ability to minimize oxidative stress and protect hair lipids from environmental pollution.

🔥 Thermal Damage Protection: Scanning Electron Microscopy revealed that hair treated with 5% Mycofuse® Protect showed visibly less cuticle and cortex damage after flat ironing, supporting its role in forming a de novo protective cuticle on damaged strands.

💪 Stronger, Healthier Hair: A tensile strength study showed a 9.7% increase in force required to rupture treated hair versus untreated, straightened controls. This demonstrates Mycofuse® Protect’s ability to reinforce the hair shaft under high-heat stress.

💧 Cuticle Repair and Moisture Retention: Treatment with Mycofuse® Protect visibly improved cuticle condition while enhancing moisture retention, helping to prevent dryness, breakage, and split ends.

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Use Levels

Suggested Use Levels: 1.0- 10.0%

Solubility

Water Soluble

Appearance

Slightly Hazy to Hazy Viscous Gel, Colorless to Yellow