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Algae Extract
Algae ExtractAntioxidant
A seaweed extract with no species named, added for moisture and antioxidants. Its antioxidant benefit is seen only in lab studies.
What it does
Seaweeds carry sugars that hold water and leave a light film, plus antioxidants. How much they do depends on the species, where it grew and how it was extracted.
The EU’s ingredient database lists it as an emollient (gives skin a soft, smooth look) and a humectant (helps hold in moisture).European Commission, CosIng (© European Union, CC BY 4.0) · uses put in plain words by Drop ↗
Also known as
marine algae extract, sea algae extract
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