12/19/2025
Ergothioneine Primary B2B Application Verticals
A. Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements
• Cognitive Health & Nootropics: For neuroprotection, focus, and combating cognitive decline. Often blended with Lion's Mane, Phosphatidylserine, and NAD+ precursors.
• Healthy Aging & Longevity: Central to "cellular health" and "mitochondrial support" formulas. Pairs with NMN, NR, CoQ10, and Pterostilbene.
• Eye Health: Accumulates in the lens and retina. Key for blue light protection and age-related eye health formulas with Lutein/Zeaxanthin.
• Immune Support: Protects immune cells from oxidative burst damage during activation.
• Sports Nutrition: For recovery, reducing exercise-induced oxidative stress, and protecting muscle mitochondria.
B. Cosmeceuticals & Topical Skincare
• The Ultimate Antioxidant Serum Ingredient: Superior to Vitamin C and Ferulic Acid in stability and cellular pe*******on. Protects against UV, pollution, and blue light.
• Anti-Aging & Anti-Wrinkle: Preserves skin cell vitality, reduces matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity, and supports collagen.
• Brightening & Even Tone: Inhibits tyrosinase activity (similar to kojic acid) for a brightening effect.
• Sensitive Skin & Barrier Repair: Reduces inflammation and strengthens the skin barrier.
C. Functional Foods & Beverages
• Premium "Beauty-From-Within" Drinks: In shots, elixirs, and fortified waters.
• Cognitive Performance Beverages: In nootropic coffees, teas, and functional sodas.
• Shelf-Life Extension: As a natural, clean-label preservative system in high-fat or sensitive products.