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CHLORELLA VULGARIS OIL.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Chlorella Vulgaris Oil, derived from nutrient-rich microalgae, is a multi-beneficial skincare ingredient. It brightens, hydrates, and improves skin elasticity while effectively reducing redness and supporting skin repair.

Summary

Emollient Skin-conditioning agent Humectant Antioxidant Collagen support Barrier support Redness reduction Skin repair

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil provides potent antioxidant protection against environmental damage and supports collagen synthesis through its rich profile of peptides and amino acids. It enhances moisture retention, strengthens the skin barrier, and accelerates repair by reducing inflammation and stimulating growth factors.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.1–1%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A 1% Chlorella vulgaris extract cream reduced vascular lesion redness by up to 64% after 28 days and up to 77% after 84 days.
  2. 02 In vitro, 0.1% Chlorella vulgaris extract reduced the length of vessels by 46%.
  3. 03 Creams with Chlorella vulgaris (in general) improved wound healing and overall skin condition.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 6.5 – 8.5
0 7 14

Stability

Optimal pH for Chlorella vulgaris oil extraction is around 6.5. The algae itself shows optimal growth in a pH range of 7.0-8.5 and tolerates low pH better than high pH.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

While related Chlorella vulgaris forms have CIR reports, Chlorella vulgaris oil specifically has not been directly reviewed. Generally, Chlorella vulgaris has a strong safety profile and is considered safe for most skin types.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Chlorella Vulgaris Oil is a valuable ingredient for improving overall skin health, offering antioxidant protection, deep hydration, and robust support for skin repair and elasticity.

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