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Microalga

NANNOCHLOROPSIS GADITANA

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Marine microalga used as a source of omega-3 lipids, carotenoids, and skin-conditioning peptides in cosmetics. Sustainably cultivated and food/feed-grade, with a favorable safety record and growing supporting research.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Marine microalga rich in omega-3 fatty acids, carotenoids, and proteins
  • Provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning actives in clean-beauty formulations
  • Sustainably cultivable in closed photobioreactors
  • Food and feed grade with broad safety history

Known concerns

  • Algal extracts can vary in composition and require standardization
  • Rare allergic reactions to algal proteins have been reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Same plant / compound family

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NANNOCHLOROPSIS GADITANA EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.