Spirulina maxima extract
AKA “Spirulina
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Spirulina maxima extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Marine
Extract
Clean
A nutrient-rich algae from Mexico that smooths and softens skin. Packed with vitamins and minerals to help create a more refined complexion.
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mexico, Central America. Spirulina maxima is a blue-green microalgae species cultivated in alkaline freshwater lakes in Mexico and Central America. The algae is harvested, dried, and extracted through water or solvent processes to create concentrated preparations.
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Function
Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing
Benefits
Smooths skin texture
Traditional Use
A blue-green algae harvested for over 500 years by the Aztecs as a food source and nutritional supplement. Modern cosmetic use developed in the 1970s based on its high protein content and antioxidant properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR