Chlorophyll
AKA “Chlorofolin, Deodophyll, Chlorofyl, Chlorofyl [Czech], L-Gruen No. 1, L-Gruen No. 1 [German], CCRIS 9283, EINECS 215-800-7”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Chlorophyll
AKA: Chlorofolin, Deodophyll, Chlorofyl, Chlorofyl [Czech], L-Gruen No. 1, L-Gruen No. 1 [German], CCRIS 9283, EINECS 215-800-7
Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 5
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Plant-derived green pigment that adds a fresh, natural scent to beauty products. Known for its botanical origins and gentle fragrance properties.
Formula
C55H74MgN4O5+2
Mol. Weight
895.50
CAS #
11006-34-1
State
Waxy solid ranging in colour from olive green to dark green depending on the content of coordinated magnesium
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Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Provides scent
Traditional Use
A synthetic derivative of chlorophyll developed in the mid-20th century as a colorant and odor-neutralizing agent. Created to provide the benefits of natural chlorophyll in a more stable, standardized form for cosmetic use.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR