murphyLaminaria saccharina extract
AKA: Sugar Kelp, Alga
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to North Atlantic, Northern Europe. Derived from Laminaria saccharina, a brown algae species harvested from the North Atlantic Ocean. Extracted from the thallus through solvent extraction or water infusion methods to concentrate bioactive compounds.
Laminaria Saccharina Extract is an extract of the thallus of the Alga, Laminaria saccharina, Laminariaceae
Family
Laminariaceae (Brown Algae)
Plant Part
Thallus
CAS #
90046-14-3
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
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)
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
1 study / 1 mixed / reactions slight (CIR 771)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.000092–0.54%
Rinse-off0.00001–0.51%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2026
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR