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Skin Conditioning

SEA WHIP EXTRACT

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Caribbean sea-whip coral extract whose pseudopterosins calm irritation more effectively than indomethacin in studies. Long cosmetic track record; sustainability of harvested coral is the bigger concern.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Pseudopterosin anti-inflammatory action
  • Reduces skin irritation at very low %
  • Soothing for sensitive/reactive skin

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (Caribbean octocoral) sourcing/sustainability
  • Pharmacologically potent diterpenes
  • Limited large-scale safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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