Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
What Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract is & what it does
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract is derived from a freshwater blue-green microalgae (cyanobacteria). In skincare it is commonly used as a botanical extract valued for its content of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and pigments, often included for its conditioning and antioxidant-supporting properties. Algae and cyanobacteria extracts are popular in moisturizing and revitalizing themed products. It is typically present at low levels as part of a botanical blend.
What is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract?
It is an extract derived from a freshwater blue-green microalgae (cyanobacteria). In skincare it is commonly used as a botanical extract.
What does Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract do?
It is valued for its vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and pigments, often included for conditioning and antioxidant-supporting properties in moisturizing and revitalizing themed products.
Is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract safe?
It is generally considered safe at the low levels used in cosmetics. As with any new botanical, a patch test is sensible for sensitive skin.
Sunscreens with Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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Purlisse Perfect Glow BB Cream SPF 30 (2022)
65/100
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Pulp GTG Superfood Daily Moisturiser 40 SPF
49/100