Porphyra yezoensis extract

Porphyra yezoensis extract 1
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Porphyra yezoensis extract 2
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AKA: Alga
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Japan. Derived from Porphyra yezoensis, a red algae species in the Bangiaceae family native to Japan. Obtained through solvent extraction of the whole plant material.
Porphyra Yezoensis Extract is an extract of the Alga, Porphyra yezoensis, Bangiaceae
Family
Bangiaceae
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
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🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · 2020 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR