Is Chlorella Extract safe in cosmetics?
Chlorella Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Chlorella Extract
INCI: CHLORELLA VULGARIS EXTRACT
Chlorella Extract (CAS 223749-83-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. Extract of the green microalgae Chlorella vulgaris (family. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning. Extract of the green microalgae Chlorella vulgaris (family Oocystaceae). Rich in lipids, proteins, vitamins, chlorophyll, amino acids, and minerals. Provides revitalizing, remineralizing, and cell-renewal-stimulating activity. Highly hygroscopic; functions as a humectant component and supports skin barrier. Used in anti-aging serums, eye contour care, and face masks.
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific concentration limit set by FDA for cosmetic use. No dedicated CIR safety assessment published for Chlorella vulgaris extract. EWG Skin Deep hazard score of 1/10 (lowest concern). Considered generally safe for topical use; no known adverse cosmetic reactions at typical concentrations.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Chlorella Extract.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
6 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
{"anti_acne_mechanism": "anti_inflammatory", "comedogenicity_rating_0_to_5": "0", "acne_type_efficacy": "inflammatory", "sebum_reduction_pct_clinical": "0-5", "prescription_required_usa": "No", "otc_drug_monograph_category": "No", "max_otc_concentration_pct": "No limit", "japan_quasi_drug_anti_acne": "No", "korea_functional_cosmetic_acne": "No", "eu_cosmetic_restriction_acne": "No restriction", "c…
anti_aging
{"anti_aging_claim": "antioxidant-protection, barrier-repair", "mechanism_of_action": "Bioactive phytochemicals, antioxidant compounds", "target_skin_layer": "epidermis", "collagen_stimulation": "No", "elastin_protection": "No", "wrinkle_reduction_pct": "6-12", "clinical_study_duration_weeks": "8", "sample_size": "25", "double_blind": "No", "placebo_controlled": "Yes", "published_journal": "Phytot…
anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "84650-60-2", "ingredient_class": "detoxifying_agent/heavy_metal_chelator", "primary_mechanism": "chelation/xenobiotic_metabolism", "pollution_types_targeted": "heavy_metals/PM2_5/VOC", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "heavy_metal_chelation_capacity": "High", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "li…
depigmentation
{"cas_number": "not established", "ingredient_class": "ROS_scavenger_brightener", "primary_mechanism_of_action": "Chlorophyll and antioxidants prevent oxidative melanin formation", "secondary_mechanisms": "Variable", "molecular_target": "other", "tyrosinase_inhibition_IC50_uM": "varies", "tyrosinase_inhibition_type": "competitive", "melanin_reduction_pct_in_vitro": "25-45", "melanin_reduction_pct_…
self_tanning
{"cas_number": "90028-03-8", "ingredient_class": "tan_extender", "tanning_mechanism": "other", "color_development_onset_hours": "0.0", "full_color_development_hours": "0", "color_duration_days": "0", "DHA_concentration_if_applicable_pct": "0", "erythrulose_concentration_pct": "0", "pH_dependent_color": "no", "formaldehyde_release_concern": "no", "formaldehyde_release_ppm": "0", "AGE_formation_conc…
supply_chain
{"primary_producing_countries": "China, Japan, Taiwan", "secondary_producing_countries": "USA, Germany, Israel", "raw_material_origin": "marine", "agricultural_crop_or_wild_harvested": "microalgae_cultivation", "cultivation_climate_required": "photobioreactor", "harvest_season": "continuous", "annual_global_production_tonnes": "18000", "market_share_top_producer_pct": "68", "supply_chain_length": …
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Softener and conditioner
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Chlorella Extract.
Regulatory Flags
skin-conditioning
humectant
antioxidant
algae-derived
anti-aging
remineralizing
ewg-low-hazard
cell-renewal
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chlorella Extract allowed in the EU?
Chlorella Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Chlorella Extract do in cosmetics?
Chlorella Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. Extract of the green microalgae Chlorella vulgaris (family Oocystaceae). Rich in lipids, proteins, vitamins, chlorophyll, amino acids, and minerals. Provides revitalizing, remineralizing, and cell-renewal-stimulating activity. Highly hygroscopic; functions as a humectant component and supports skin barrier. Used in anti-aging serums, eye contour care, and face masks.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-83-5.
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