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Skin Conditioning

CAULERPA TAXIFOLIA EXTRACT

CAS 223749-77-7 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An invasive green algae extract that contains caulerpenyne — a cytotoxic compound. Cosmetic safety data is thin and the bioactive profile is concerning, so it lands in mid-orange.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Green-algae polysaccharide hydration
  • Antioxidant terpenoids
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Caulerpenyne is a known cytotoxic sesquiterpene
  • Invasive species sustainability concern
  • Sparse cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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