United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Skin Care, Hair Care), By Distribution Channel (Hypermarkets & supermarkets, Specialty stores, Online, Others), and United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Size was Estimated at USD 96.30 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.65% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 158.84 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market Size is Anticipated to Reach USD 158.84 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 4.65% from 2025 to 2035. The market's expansion is also being driven by increasing awareness of the anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties of mushrooms and their benefits for skin health. Additionally, the growing demand for cosmetics made from mushrooms has been fueled by the increasing popularity of sustainable and clean beauty products.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market refers to compounds, extracts, or ingredients derived from mushrooms that provide skincare, haircare, or cosmetic benefits, are the focused on the beauty and personal care sector. These products usually use the natural anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, adaptogenic, and antioxidant qualities of different types of mushrooms, including reishi, shiitake, tremella, chaga, cordyceps, and lion's mane, to address skincare needs like skin barrier support, hydration, anti-aging, and general skin wellness. The market is expanding as a result of rising consumer awareness of the benefits of natural and organic skincare products. Certain components found in mushrooms, such as beta-glucans, triterpenes, polysaccharides, and polyphenols, are causing them to be used in skin care products to treat a range of skin issues, such as rosacea, sensitivity, acne scarring, and weakened skin barriers. All skin types can benefit from the safe topical application of mushrooms.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market.

Driving Factors

The market for United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics is driven by the use of fungus-based compounds in cosmetics and beauty formulas, as well as advancements in extraction techniques are propelling the mushroom cosmetics trend. The market for cosmetics based on mushrooms is being driven by the perception that mushroom extracts are sustainable and natural. The environmental, scientific, and consumer themes are propelling the mushroom cosmetics sector. Besides, the growing desire for natural, plant-based, and functional ingredients in skincare is a major factor. Mushrooms are a great source of antioxidants, polysaccharides, and anti-inflammatory substances that promote anti-aging, skin hydration, and barrier repair. Furthermore, brands and consumers are being pushed into environmentally responsible decisions due to sustainability concerns; mushrooms are being utilized to make biodegradable mycelium packaging, which reduces the amount of plastic waste, in addition to being employed as active ingredients.

Restraining Factors

The market development could be restricted due to costly, sophisticated methods like fermentation or freeze-drying, which raise product pricing, and to make compelling marketing claims due to UK and EU rules, the issue is formulation stability, lowering shelf life and supply chain issues that make consistent sourcing even more difficult, include the need for particular climates for growth.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market share is classified into product, and distribution channel.

• The hair care segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace over the forecast period.

The United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market is segmented by material type into skin care, and hair care. Among these, the hair care segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace over the forecast period. This is due to the demand for products that improve hair health has increased due to growing worries about hair, such as aging and hair loss. Additionally, these mushrooms help to promote healthy hair development by increasing blood flow to the scalp, which lowers the risk of dandruff and other disorders.

• The specialty stores segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market is segmented by process into hypermarkets & supermarkets, specialty stores, online, and others. Among these, the specialty stores segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because their tendency stems from the need to physically inspect, feel, and test products—especially when it comes to skincare and cosmetics. This practical method enables customers to assess aspects including texture, fragrance, and suitability for their skin type or personal preferences.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• The Fungi Folks
• ARK Skincare
• Õrn Kuu
• Lush
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom mushroom cosmetics market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market, By Product

• Skin Care
• Hair Care

United Kingdom Mushroom Cosmetics Market, By Distribution Channel

• Hypermarkets & supermarkets
• Specialty stores
• Online
• Others