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HUMIDOPHILA SP. KAS 1307

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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

A fresh water algal ingredient from Humidophila sp. cultured in controlled conditions; this is a novel cosmetic ingredient with limited safety data but controlled production reduces biological contamination risks.

Humidophila sp. KAS 1307 is a fresh water diatom or alga from the Humidophila genus, grown in pure culture. The genus Humidophila consists primarily of aerophilic diatoms found in moist terrestrial habitats. Cultured production ensures consistent quality and absence of freshwater toxin-producing algae. Not specifically restricted in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II or III. As a novel ingredient source, Humidophila extracts have limited peer-reviewed safety data specifically for cosmetic applications. Diatoms in cosmetics may provide silica-based matting effects or unique polysaccharides.

Skin benefits

  • May provide unique polysaccharide profile
  • Controlled cultured production
  • Potential matting/texture effects from diatom silica

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Novel diatom/algal ingredient
  • Quality control needed for culture purity
  • Freshwater diatom allergenicity unknown

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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