Durvillaea antarctica extract
AKA “Antarctic Bull Kelp Extract, Durvillaea Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Durvillaea antarctica extract
AKA: Antarctic Bull Kelp Extract, Durvillaea Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Durvillaea Antarctica Extract is the extract of the alga, Durvillaea Antarctica, Durvillaeaceae.
Family
Durvillaeaceae
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Form
Liquid
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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
Traditional Use
Extracted from bull kelp used by Māori and other indigenous peoples of New Zealand and southern regions for food and traditional medicine. Historically valued for its nutritional content and potential anti-inflammatory properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR