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Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract)

Kelp extract / Brown algae extract

Safety Notes

Rich in fucoidan alginic acid laminarin; antioxidant; firming (alginate film); anti-inflammatory; iodine content, flag for thyroid-sensitive patients (topical absorption minimal at cosmetic use); heavy metal contamination check for marine ingredients (lead cadmium arsenic), verify COA

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (antioxidant / moisturising / tightening)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Marine skincare anti-aging serums detoxifying products

Origin

Marine (brown seaweed)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) safe to use in skincare?

Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in fucoidan alginic acid laminarin; antioxidant; firming (alginate film); anti-inflammatory; iodine content, flag for thyroid-sensitive patients (topical absorption minimal at cosmetic use); heavy metal contamination check for marine ingredients (lead cadmium arsenic), verify COA

Is Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) allowed in India?

Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) used for in cosmetics?

Seaweed Extract (Laminaria Digitata Extract) functions as: Active (antioxidant / moisturising / tightening). It is commonly found in: Marine skincare anti-aging serums detoxifying products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS84696-13-9
EC283-638-6

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