Skin Conditioning
HYPNEA CERVICORNIS EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A red seaweed extract from Hypnea, used for hydration and film-forming. Generally well tolerated by analogy with other carrageenan-producing red algae; species data is limited.
Function
Skin benefits
- Carrageenan-type polysaccharide hydration
- Film-forming
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Possible heavy metals from marine source
- Limited species-specific safety data
- Carrageenan family debated when degraded
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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