Furcellaria lumbricalis extract

AKA: Clawed Forked Weed, Furcellaria Extract, Red Seaweed Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract is the extract of the alga, Furcellaria lumbricalis
Family
Furcellariaceae
Plant Part
Thallus
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A red seaweed used historically in Northern European coastal regions as a traditional remedy for skin conditions. The seaweed has been harvested for centuries and used in folk preparations for wound healing and skin soothing.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR