Algae

The Basics On Algae

What is Algae?

Algae are very simple, chlorophyll-containing organisms.

What are other names for Algae?

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What is Algae used for?

Algae has demonstrated anti-aging properties by inhibiting enzymes that break down collagen in the skin,” Dr. … “The former is hydrating and plumps up wrinkles and fine lines; the latter protects the skin’s natural stores of collagen and hyaluronic acid,” Jenefer Palmer, the founder and formulator of OSEA, tells TZR

How Algae is classified

Antioxidants, Emollients, Texture Enhancer, Plant Extracts

Recommendations for using Algae during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Algae During Pregnancy

What we know about using Algae while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

No DART studies were discovered in the published literature, and no unpublished data were submitted.

General safety info about Algae from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel assessed the safety of 82 brown algae-derived ingredients, which are frequently reported to function in cosmetics as skin-conditioning agents. The Panel reviewed the available data to determine the safety of these ingredients. Impurities, particularly arsenic, may be present in these ingredients. Industry should continue to use good manufacturing practices to limit these possible impurities. The Panel concluded that 6 brown algae-derived ingredients are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment. The Panel also concluded that the data are insufficient to determine the safety of the remaining 76 ingredients under the intended conditions of use in cosmetic formulations.

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Products where you might find Algae

Vivant Skin Care Algae Soft Mask (4 oz.); skyn ICELAND Icelandic Youth Serum with Red Algae (1 fl. oz.; Juice Beauty STEM CELLULAR Instant Eye Lift Algae Mask (2 piece); skyn ICELAND Berry Lip Fix with Wintered Red Algae (12 ml.); DermaQuest Algae Polishing Scrub (4 oz.); Biossance Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream; Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum; Algenist Blue Algae Vitamin C Dark Spot Correcting Peel; Algenist Irish Moss Algae – Vitamin C + E Supplement; Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Lotion