Porphyra umbilicalis powder
AKA “
Purple laver powder, Sea lettuce powder
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Ingredient Facts
Porphyra umbilicalis powder
AKA: Purple laver powder, Sea lettuce powder
Ingredient · Binding · EWG: 4
WHAT IS IT?
Synthetic
Marine
Not Clean
Porphyra Umbilicalis Powder is a powder obtained from the dried Alga, Porphyra umbilicalis, Bangiaceae
CAS #
223751-76-6
Form
Powder
State
Solid
See origin →
WHAT'S IT DO?
Functions
Abrasive
Binding
Viscosity Controlling
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
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all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
IS IT SAFE?
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USA
✔ permitted
EU
⚠ restricted
JAPAN
⚠ restricted
CANADA
⚠ restricted
Regulatory Agencies
EWG
CIR
FDA
EU COSING
Health Canada
WHAT'S THE PROOF?
Porphyra Umbilicalis Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR