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Skin Conditioning

PRASIOLA JAPONICA 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 green algae extract from Prasiola japonica, used for antioxidant and UV-protective amino acids. Generally well tolerated by class-analogy with other green algae; species data is sparse.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Mycosporine-like amino acid UV protection claims
  • Antioxidant pigments
  • Polysaccharide hydration

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic safety literature
  • Strain and harvest variability
  • Possible heavy metals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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