Skin Conditioning
CYSTOSEIRA HUMILIS EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A brown seaweed extract from Cystoseira, used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning effects. Generally tolerable by class-analogy with other brown algae; sourcing and metal-testing controls are key.
Function
Skin benefits
- Phlorotannin antioxidants
- Meroterpenoid bioactives
- Polysaccharide hydration
Known concerns
- Heavy metal accumulation potential
- Limited species-specific CIR review
- Iodine content
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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