Hydrolyzed Chondrus Crispus Extract

AKA: Irish moss extract, Carrageenan extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to North Atlantic. Derived from Chondrus crispus, a red algae species native to the North Atlantic Ocean's cold waters. Extracted through hydrolysis, breaking down the algae's polysaccharide structure into smaller molecular weight components.
Hydrolyzed Chondrus Crispus Extract is the hydrolysate of Chondrus Crispus Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Family
Gigartinaceae
Plant Part
Thallus
CAS #
244023-79-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.012–0.017%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2021
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR