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LITHOTHAMNION CORALLIOIDES POWDER.

Insufficient Data / ABRASIVE

Lithothamnion Corallioides Powder is sourced from red marine algae, a natural reservoir of vital minerals such as calcium and magnesium, enriched with various trace elements. This ingredient serves multiple functions, acting as a gentle abrasive while potentially contributing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating benefits to the skin through its complex composition.

Summary

Abrasive Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Anti-allergic UV Protectant Anti-aging Moisturizing Film-forming Astringent Absorbent Soothing Stimulating Mattifying Bulking agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This micronized powder primarily functions as a gentle physical abrasive, aiding in exfoliation. Its inherent mineral profile, including calcium and magnesium, plays a role in supporting skin moisturization and maintaining the integrity of dermal fibers. Insights from related red algae suggest the presence of bioactive polyphenols and terpenes, which may confer antioxidant protection against free radical damage and oxidative stress. Additionally, these compounds are hypothesized to offer anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects, potentially mitigate UV-induced damage, and reduce the activity of MMP-1, an enzyme implicated in collagen degradation, thereby contributing to anti-aging benefits. The ingredient can also exhibit film-forming, astringent, absorbent, soothing, stimulating, and mattifying properties in cosmetic applications.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The ingredient generally exhibits stability across a wide array of cosmetic formulations. However, its mineral content may be susceptible to degradation in highly acidic pH environments, which is inferred from related calcareous red algae, Lithothamnium calcareum, typically having a pH value exceeding 9.5.

Conflicts

  • Acidic pH (may affect mineral stability)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has determined that the available data are insufficient to establish a definitive safety conclusion for Lithothamnion Corallioides Powder and 48 other red algae ingredients. Specific data gaps include comprehensive systemic toxicity data (e.g., from food use or oral toxicity studies) and sensitization data.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Lithothamnion Corallioides Powder presents a range of potential skin benefits, from exfoliation to antioxidant support, the CIR Expert Panel's classification of insufficient safety data necessitates cautious formulation and further research.

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