Ingredient

Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract

Low risk

FunctionMarine Humectant

What it is — Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract (INCI of the same name), a marine-derived extract from a brown seaweed known as a source of the polysaccharide fucoidan.

What it does — It is commonly used to help bind moisture to the skin, drawing on marine polysaccharides associated with a hydrated, cushioned feel.

Typical use — Found in hydrating serums, essences, moisturizers and masks with a marine focus.

Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable for most skin types, including dehydrated skin seeking lightweight moisture; it layers well under other products.

Safety — Rated low risk and generally well tolerated. This is general information, not medical advice; a patch test is a reasonable step for sensitive skin.

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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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