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Chondrus Crispus

Rating: Best
Benefits: Hydration, Anti-Aging/Longevity
Categories: Plant Extracts, Antioxidant

Chondrus Crispus at a Glance

  • Is a type of seaweed that's also known as red algae
  • Contains skin-beneficial compounds like beta-carotene and potent antioxidants
  • Helps protect skin from the visible effects of blue light exposure
  • Also helps skin maintain hydration

Chondrus Crispus Description

_Chondrus crispus_, also known as red algae, is a type of seaweed that’s a rich source of many nutrients for skin, including the pigment beta-carotene and potent antioxidants zeaxanthin, lutein, which help protect skin from the visible effects of blue light exposure. Of course, the antioxidants in red algae have wider-reaching benefits, too. [br]
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The natural polysaccharides, peptides, and amino acids in red algae also help skin to stay hydrated; meanwhile, the numerous antioxidants in this and other types of algae can help shield skin from damaging airborne pollutants. [br]
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_Chondrus crispus_ contains a compound known as carrageenan, which forms a flexible film on skin that offers further defense against environmental stressors.
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Chondrus Crispus References

Cosmetics, October 2018, ePublication; and February 2018, ePublication
Biochemistry and Biophysics Reports, December 2015, pages 52-58
Scientific Reports, July 2015, ePublication
Applied and Environmental Microbiology, December 2013, pages 7,343-7,350