Alaria esculenta extract
AKA “Dabberlocks Extract, Winged Kelp Extract, Alaria Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Alaria esculenta extract
AKA: Dabberlocks Extract, Winged Kelp Extract, Alaria Extract
Extract · Skin Protecting · EWG: 5
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Hair Care
Marine
Extract
Not Clean
Alaria Esculenta Extract is the extract of the alga, Alaria esculenta
Plant Part
Thallus
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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
A brown kelp species traditionally consumed as food and used in Celtic and Northern European folk medicine for skin health and iodine content.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Moisturizer
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
5
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-5
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR