Porphyra tenera sporophyte extract

AKA: Porphyra sporophyte extract, Nori sporophyte extract
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
Porphyra Tenera Sporophyte Extract is the extract of the sporophyte of the alga, Porphyra tenera. The accepted scientific name for Porphyra tenera is Pyropia tenera, Bangiaceae.
Family
Bangiaceae
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Form
Liquid
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
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
Traditional Use
Derived from the sporophyte stage of a red algae traditionally consumed and applied in Asian skincare practices for nutritive and moisturizing properties.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR