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Skin Conditioning

PYROCYSTIS NOCTILUCA 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

An extract from the bioluminescent plankton Pyrocystis noctiluca, marketed for antioxidant and circadian skin support. Limited independent data; novel niche ingredient.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Marine-sourced antioxidant extract
  • Marketed for circadian skin support
  • Source of unique secondary metabolites

Known concerns

  • Very limited independent safety data
  • Marketing claims outpace evidence
  • Possible marine allergen residues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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