Lichens on request or customized

The lichens

Lichens are a perfect example of symbiosis between two organisms: an autotroph, usually an algae (and more rarely a cyanobacterium), and a heterotroph, i.e. a fungus. The entity that emerges from this association has completely different morphological and functional characteristics compared to the individual original components. In the context of this symbiosis, the fungus draws nourishment from the substances produced by the algae, while the latter, thanks to the protection offered by the fungus, can thrive even in otherwise inhospitable environments, in particular those characterized by water scarcity.

The lichens we treat

Lichens are used in various fields, mainly in the production of dyes and perfumes. Furthermore, their potential therapeutic properties are attracting growing interest from scientific research.

Some examples of lichens that we can provide are:

Lichens of the Xanthoria parietina species
Lichens of the Cladonia rangiferina species
Lichens of the genus Usnea
Lichens of the genus Peltigera
Lichens of the species Lecanora muralis
Lichens of the Rhizocarpon geographicum species
Lichens of the Parmelia sulcata species
Lichens of the Lobaria pulmonaria species
Lichens of the Evernia prunastri species
Lichens of the Hypogymnia physodes species
Lichens of the Flavoparmelia caperata species
Lichens of the Cetraria islandica famine species
Lichens of the Alectoria sarmentosa species
Lichens of the Ochrolechia parella species
Lichens of the Cladonia portentosa species

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Customization

Alidans provides customized lichens, such as:

Pulverized lichens
Micronized lichens
Freeze-dried lichen
Lichens titrated in one or more active ingredients of interest
Steamed pre-treated lichens
Dehydrated lichens

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Cosmetic Uses

Here are some examples of lichens which, due to their properties, can be used in the cosmetic field:

Dermopurifying and deodorizing: Cetraria islandica (Icelandic lichen extract, INCI: CETRARIA ISLANDICA EXTRACT) ...
Antimicrobial and antifungal: Usnea barbata (Usnea lichen extract, INCI: USNEA BARBATA EXTRACT) ...
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Nutraceutical uses

Below are some examples of lichens which, due to their properties, can be used in the nutraceutical field:

Regularity of intestinal transit: Cladonia rangiferina...
Functionality of the mucous membranes of the respiratory system. Nose and throat well-being: Usnea barbata, Usnea subfloridana, Usnea filipendula...
Emollient and soothing action (oropharyngeal mucosa) and tone of voice: Lobaria pulmonaria...
Digestive function: Lobaria pulmonaria...
Natural defenses of the body: Lobaria pulmonaria...
Fluidity of bronchial secretions: Lobaria pulmonaria...
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