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Background
Lingzhi and the skin: a review of research progress
This review summarizes research on lingzhi and the skin: lingzhi extracts, especially lingzhi , have been used to promote skin wound healing, reduce infection after burns and prevent ischemia-reperfusion injury in skin flaps; in skin care, lingzhi has been linked to fighting photoaging and to whitening; and its anti-inflammatory effects have also been studied in atopic dermatitis and cutaneous sarcoidosis.
Summary of composition and pharmacology researchCompiled from books and scientific reviewsHow the study was done
A compilation of related studies by the authors’ team and other researchers.
What the researchers say
The review notes that lingzhi polysaccharides and ganoderic acids are the main components with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Source
Preventive and Therapeutic Effect of Ganoderma (Lingzhi) on Skin Diseases and Care, Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 2019, 1182: 311-321
Abstract checked Last updated: 2026-10-06