Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract
INCI: Microalgae Extract, Algae Extract
Microalgae with high EPA omega-3 content
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What Is Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract?
Nannochloropsis Oculata is a marine microalgae exceptionally rich in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), an omega-3 fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties. This sustainable ingredient provides essential fatty acids for skin health.
The algae extract offers barrier support, anti-inflammatory benefits, and antioxidant protection, representing a plant-based source of beneficial fatty acids typically found in fish oils.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
- UL Prospector, Accessed May 2023, Webpage
- Antioxidants, May 2022, ePublication
- Omics Technology and Bio-Engineering, 2018, pages 31-52
- Cosmetics, November 2017, ePublication
- Journal of the Serbian Chemical Society, June 2017, pages 509-522
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, October 2016, pages 325-332
- Toxicology Reports, April 2015, pages 617-623
- The Journal of Supercritical Fluids, January 2011, pages 955-962
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