Fucus vesiculosus (Bladderwrack) powder
AKA “bladderwrack powder
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Fucus vesiculosus (Bladderwrack) powder
AKA: Bladderwrack powder
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Marine
Not Clean
Fucus vesiculosus (bladderwrack) powder is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning.
CAS #
84696-13-9
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Locks In Moisture
UV Protection
Anti-Aging Benefits
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Used in Celtic and Northern European traditional medicine for centuries as a nourishing, mineral-rich ingredient. Historically used in coastal regions for skin conditioning and overall skin health.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR