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Skin Conditioning

CHLAMYDOMONAS ACIDOPHILA EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acid-tolerant green microalga extract marketed for antioxidant claims. Cosmetic-specific safety data is sparse; treated cautiously by class-analogy with other Chlamydomonas extracts.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Carotenoid antioxidants from extremophile alga
  • Polysaccharide skin conditioning
  • Marketed barrier-support claims

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic safety literature
  • Strain variability
  • Possible trace metals from acid-tolerant cultivation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.