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Friday 20 March 2026

Skincare’s mushroom magic

A new barrier cream is harnessing the benefits of funghi

Mushrooms are springing up everywhere in skin care, and Herbar, a German brand that produces this barrier cream, is outstanding in the field. Containing Chaga, Fu Ling and Splitgill mushrooms, and extracts of the adaptogens schisandra and ashwagandha, it’s velvety, hydrating, suitable for all skin types and, to cap it all off, fragrance-free.

Herbar barrier cream, £56 for 50g, fwrd.com

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