Hizikia fusiformis water
AKA “Hijiki water, Sea vegetable water
Mineral
Ingredient Facts
Hizikia fusiformis water
AKA: Hijiki water, Sea vegetable water
Mineral · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Humectant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Marine
Mineral
Clean
Hizikia Fusiformis Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the alga, Hizikia fusiformis, Sargassaceae. Science: Functions: Skin Protecting Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
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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.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Derived from a seaweed with traditional use in East Asian cuisine and folk medicine. The water extract preserves water-soluble minerals and polysaccharides historically valued for skin health.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
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
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