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Humectant

HYDROLYZED SARGASSUM THUNBERGII EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Hydrolysed brown seaweed (Sargassum thunbergii) — rich in fucoidan-style polysaccharides and phlorotannins that draw water into skin and provide antioxidant support. Long history of safe topical use.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALHAIR CONDITIONINGHUMECTANTSKIN PROTECTINGSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Sulphated polysaccharides for moisture retention
  • Phlorotannin antioxidant activity
  • Anti-inflammatory skin support
  • Marine mineral content

Known concerns

  • Possible iodine content from brown algae
  • Sustainability of wild-harvested macroalgae
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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