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Hydrator / Humectant

Cetraria Islandica Thallus Extract

Often labeled as: Iceland Moss Extract

The extreme-weather hydration shield.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from a lichen native to arctic regions. It is incredibly rich in lichenin, a polysaccharide that binds massive amounts of water and protects the skin from freezing winds.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Locks in intense moisture, protects the barrier from extreme cold, and soothes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic addition to winter barrier creams.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a true moss.

The Science

It is actually a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an algae.