Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, soothing agent. It is used in 18 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePHAEODACTYLUM TRICORNUTUM EXTRACT
FunctionHUMECTANT, SOOTHING
Prevalence18 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 44.4%Face Cleansers 11.1%General Moisturizers 11.1%Body Washes 5.6%Makeup Removers 5.6%Nail Care 5.6%

Frequently asked

What does Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract do in skincare?
Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract functions as a humectant, soothing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (44.4% of its uses).

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