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Skin Conditioning

CHLORELLA VARIABILIS 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

A green-microalga extract used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning effects. EWG hazard rating 1 for the related Chlorella vulgaris — mild and generally well tolerated.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant and skin-conditioning algal extract
  • Provides amino acids, peptides, and chlorophyll
  • Generally well tolerated topically (EWG hazard rating 1)

Known concerns

  • Algae allergy possible
  • High iodine content can be problematic for acne-prone skin
  • Limited Chlorella variabilis-specific data (most data on C. vulgaris)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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