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DUNALIELLA TERTIOLECTA 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 halophilic green microalga used in cosmetics for its beta-carotene and antioxidant content. Dunaliella-class extracts have a clean food and topical safety record at typical use levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Beta-carotene and carotenoid antioxidants
  • Glycerol-rich moisturizing
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Limited species-specific data
  • Carotenoid color-staining at high levels
  • Marine batch variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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