Sargassum muticum extract

AKA: Japanese Wireweed, Alga
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Marine
Extract
Not Clean
Sargassum Muticum Extract is an extract of the Alga, Sargassum muticum, Sargassaceae
Family
Sargassaceae
Plant Part
Thallus
Form
Liquid
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
Traditional Use
An invasive brown seaweed species; while not traditionally used historically, it has been incorporated into modern Asian skincare formulations for its mineral content.
EWG
3
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-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR