Ecklonia/Laminaria Extract
AKA “Kelp Extract, Brown Algae Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Ecklonia/laminaria extract
AKA: Kelp Extract, Brown Algae Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Ecklonia/Laminaria Extract is the extract of a mixture of the algae, Ecklonia and Laminaria.
Plant Part
Whole Plant
CAS #
-
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
Brown seaweeds used for over 2,000 years in East Asian traditional medicine and cuisine, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. Historically valued for iodine content, mineral richness, and potential benefits for skin health and inflammation reduction.
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