Laminaria digitata extract

AKA: Oarweed, Alga, Kelp
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to Atlantic Ocean, North Europe. Derived from Laminaria digitata, a brown algae species harvested from the Atlantic Ocean and North European coasts. Extracted from the seaweed thallus through solvent extraction or maceration processes.
Laminaria Digitata Extract is an extract of the Alga, Laminaria digitata, Laminariaceae
Family
Laminariaceae (Brown Algae)
Plant Part
Thallus
CAS #
90046-12-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
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.
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 771)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 771)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
3 studies / 1 irritating / 1 mixed / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal to moderate (CIR 771)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.0001–5%
Rinse-off0.00004–5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2026
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR