Grateloupia livida powder
AKA “Red algae powder, Grateloupia powder
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Grateloupia livida powder
AKA: Red algae powder, Grateloupia powder
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Grateloupia Livida Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground Alga, Grateloupia livida Science: Process: Drying + Milling | Functions: Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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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.
Viscosity Controlling
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Controls Viscosity
Reduces Inflammation
UV Protection
Traditional Use
A red seaweed traditionally used in Asian skincare for its mineral content and moisturizing properties. Used historically in East Asian beauty preparations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Moderate Irritant
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR