Cystoseira balearica extract
AKA “Brown seaweed extract, Cystoseira balearica extract
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Ingredient Facts
Cystoseira balearica extract
AKA: Brown seaweed extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Humectant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Marine
Extract
Clean
Cystoseira Balearica Extract is the extract of the alga, Cystoseira balearica, Sargassaceae. Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction | Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Sargassaceae
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mediterranean. Derived from Cystoseira balearica, a brown seaweed of the Sargassaceae family native to the Mediterranean Sea. Extracted from the whole plant using solvent extraction methods.
Plant Source
Sargassaceae
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Function
Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Humectant
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A brown seaweed species traditionally used in Mediterranean coastal regions for skincare and general wellness. Historically valued for its mineral content and potential skin-conditioning properties in folk cosmetic practices.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Antioxidant Protection
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR