Corallina Officinalis Extract
Extract of red coralline algae. A source of minerals (calcium, magnesium). A marketing ingredient with claimed anti-aging effect.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Algae extract without clinical data on topical use.
How to read tiers A–F
- DNo data, or very weak or conflicting data
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Corallina Officinalis Extract is derived from the red coralline algae Corallina officinalis, which lives in the tidal zone of the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Contains calcium carbonate, magnesium, amino acids, polysaccharides. Mechanism. Marketed as a 'mineral boost' for skin: a source of calcium, magnesium, zinc, silicon. Polysaccharides give a mild humectant effect. The claimed anti-aging effect via collagen synthesis stimulation is based on in vitro models. Where applied. Anti-aging creams and serums with a marine theme, thalassotherapy lines, products labeled 'marine extracts'. In Spain – Bionatural, Mar Adentro, in spa lines of Canary Islands and Galicia resorts. Evidence base. No direct human RCTs. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity confirmed in vitro (Kim 2010). All marketing claims about an anti-aging skin effect are extrapolation. Safety. CIR has not issued a direct evaluation. By the general marine extract profile: low irritation and allergy potential. Rare reactions possible in patients allergic to iodine and seafood. Pregnancy and lactation – safe at standard cosmetic concentrations. Best suited to: dry and mature skin within multi-ingredient formulas, body products with a 'thalasso' marketing angle. No proven standalone meaningful skin benefit.
Frequently asked questions
Is Corallina Officinalis Extract safe during pregnancy?
Corallina Officinalis Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Corallina Officinalis Extract for?
Corallina Officinalis Extract suits: normal, dry, oily, combination, sensitive.
What is Corallina Officinalis Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
Extract of red coralline algae.
What's the INCI name for Corallina Officinalis Extract?
The INCI name is Corallina Officinalis Extract. It may also appear as: Coralline Malt Extract, Extracto de malta coralina.
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