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Hydrator / Humectant

Laminaria Japonica Extract

Often labeled as: Brown Seaweed

The detoxifying marine hydrator.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A brown kelp extract widely used in K-Beauty. It detoxifies the skin while providing a massive boost of hydration through its natural alginates.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Draws moisture to the skin, reduces redness, and purifies.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Gives products a slightly "slimy" but ultra-hydrating slip.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It smells like the ocean.

The Science

Highly purified extracts are completely odorless.