Skin Conditioning
ULVA RIGIDA EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Sea lettuce (Ulva rigida) extract, used for hydration and antioxidant skin-conditioning effects. Long edible and cosmetic history supports tolerance; sourcing controls for heavy metals matter.
Function
Skin benefits
- Ulvan sulphated polysaccharide hydration
- Antioxidant pigments
- Mineral and amino acid skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Possible heavy metals from coastal sourcing
- Limited species-specific CIR review
- Variable harvest composition
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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