Mesophyllum lichenoides extract
AKA: Pink plates, Alga
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Mesophyllum Lichenoides Extract is an extract of the Alga, Mesophyllum lichenoides, Corallinaceae
Family
Mesophyllumaceae
Plant Part
Thallus
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
Marine ingredient sourced from red algae historically used in traditional coastal skincare practices, particularly in Mediterranean and Asian regions, for its hydrating and skin-conditioning properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR