Porphyra umbilicalis powder

AKA “Purple laver powder, Sea lettuce powder”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Porphyra umbilicalis powder

AKA: Purple laver powder, Sea lettuce powder

Synthetic · Abrasive | Binding | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Marine

Synthetic

Clean

Red algae powder that gently exfoliates while helping your product maintain its smooth, creamy texture.

CAS #

223751-76-6

Form

Powder

Plant-Derived

Synthetic. Porphyra umbilicalis is a red macroalgae species harvested from cold ocean waters in the North Atlantic and Pacific regions. The algae is dried and ground into a fine powder through mechanical milling processes.

Function

Abrasive | Binding | Viscosity Controlling

Benefits

Physical Exfoliant

Holds Formula Together

Controls Viscosity

Anti-Aging Benefits

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Gently polishes surface

Holds ingredients together

Controls product thickness

Traditional Use

Powdered red algae traditionally used in Northern European and Asian traditional medicine and skincare for its rich mineral and antioxidant profile.

Skin Types

all-skin-types

Best For

Target

Dullness

Melanin-Rich Skin

Suitable

Pregnancy Safe

Yes

EWG Score4

CIR Safety Findings

medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Moderate Irritant

Regulatory Status

USAunder review

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Feb 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR