Hydrolyzed Chondrus Crispus Extract
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Irish moss extract, Carrageenan extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Marine
Extract
Not Clean
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
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
Irish moss (Chondrus crispus) has been used in traditional Irish and European folk medicine for centuries as a demulcent and skin soother. Historically consumed and applied topically for skin health; the hydrolyzed extract is a modern cosmetic adaptation.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR