comedogenic

Algae Extract

Evidencemoderate · Tier 2Irritation riskLowIn products553

Comedogenicity rating 5/5 in the rabbit ear assay (Fulton). Algae extracts form an occlusive film that promotes follicular plugging. Also contains iodides which may aggravate acne in sensitive individuals. Widely used in "marine" and "seaweed" skincare products.

The research

Algae Extract is a comedogenic backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.

Read the research — 2 studies

Clinical Pharmacology & Biopharmaceutics · 2015 · observational · n=40

A gel-cream containing 0.1% Spirulina (a blue-green alga) extract applied twice daily to the face improved skin hydration and barrier (hydrolipidic) function, significantly reduced sebum content, and smoothed skin microrelief (reduced surface roughness) in young and mature skin.

Products with Algae Extract

In 553 products — most often serums (237), moisturizers (132), cleansers (57), from $2.51 to $1786.24. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment

Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$100.0065ml · $1.74/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,402)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment is a antioxidant serum by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.

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Clinique

Clinique

Clinique Moisture Surge™ Overnight Mask

Mask – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$47.00100ml · $0.52/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,106)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Clinique Moisture Surge™ Overnight Mask is a mask by Clinique. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol.

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jane iredale

jane iredale

jane iredale Refillable White Compact and PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation SPF 20/15 (Various Shades) Latte

Sunscreen

$66.00

★★★★★4.7(2,939)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

jane iredale Refillable White Compact and PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation SPF 20/15 (Various Shades) Latte is a skincare product by jane iredale. Key ingredients include Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone.

Product Ingredients (6)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely

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Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown

Hydrating Face Moisturizer Cream with Hyaluronic Acid

Moisturizer

$69.0050.3ml · $1.37/ml

★★★★★4.7(892)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Hydrating Face Moisturizer Cream with Hyaluronic Acid is a antioxidant serum by Bobbi Brown. Key ingredients include Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol.

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MAC

MAC

Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum - 1.0 oz

Serum

$65.0029.6ml · $2.20/ml

★★★★★4.7(1,698)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • ExcellentAcne & breakouts
  • StrongUneven texture

Not recommended for

MelasmaSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisRosaceaPerioral Dermatitis
Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder

Advanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-Infusion

Cleanser

$50.0065.1ml · $0.77/ml

★★★★★4.7(886)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Advanced Night Cleansing Balm with Lipid Rich Oil-Infusion is a oil cleanser by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Algae Extract.

Product Ingredients (7)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely

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Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder

Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Cream SPF 25 Moisturizer - 1.7 oz

Sunscreen

$120.0050.3ml · $2.39/ml

★★★★★4.7(734)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Cream SPF 25 Moisturizer - 1.7 oz is a sunscreen by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate.

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Mielle Organics

Mielle Organics

Mielle Organics Pomegranate and Honey Coil Sculpting Custard 340g

Serum

$17.77340ml · $0.05/ml

★★★★★4.7(3,325)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Mielle Organics Pomegranate and Honey Coil Sculpting Custard 340g is a hydrating serum by Mielle Organics. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20.

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Eucerin

Eucerin

Eucerin Oil Control Ultra-Light Daily Serum SPF 50+ 30ml

Sunscreen

$27.6230ml · $0.92/ml

★★★★★4.7(697)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaSeborrheic Dermatitis

Eucerin Oil Control Ultra-Light Daily Serum SPF 50+ 30ml is a sunscreen by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Alcohol Denat, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate.

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NuFACE

NuFACE

NuFACE Ionplex Hydra-Gel Power Patches

Serum – for Dryness, Redness & sensitivity

$55.00

★★★★★4.7(766)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • StrongRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

NuFACE Ionplex Hydra-Gel Power Patches is a hydrating serum by NuFACE. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Algae Extract, Butylene Glycol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.