In the past, cordyceps sinensis was barely recognized by people in western countries, who were quite strict with the inspection and quarantine of Chinese herbal medicine. Recently, extract of cordyceps sinensis, planted in China, was found in the liquid make-up released by Estee Lauder, the cosmetics giant in America. This liquid make-up will be sold to customers all over the world. In earlier days, some western cosmetics countries got inspiration from Chinese elements such as mushrooms and snails so that they could release innovative products.
In the field of traditional Chinese medicine, traditional Chinese doctors usually use cordyceps sinensis to help people to improve energy and promote health.