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Algae

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Algae

Algae visibly smooths fine lines, improves elasticity, enhances hydration while reducing moisture loss, calms acne-prone areas by balancing oil, and protects skin cells from environmental stress. It suits dry skin and oily skin particularly well, and comes in nourishing creams, gentle cleansers, and targeted eye creams. Because of its light texture, it layers easily into any daily skincare routine.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2002Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2015

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Questions and answers

What does algae do for the skin?

Algae helps protect skin from oxidative stress and UV damage, provides anti-aging benefits, improves hydration and elasticity, and may reduce acne symptoms. Depending on the specific extract, it can be used daily to support overall skin health and appearance.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2002

How do you use algae?

Algae helps improve skin hydration, reduce acne symptoms, and provide antioxidant and photoprotective benefits when applied topically in creams or gels. Fucus vesiculosus extract gel may be used twice daily to improve elasticity, while Laminaria japonica extract cream helps increase skin moisture for up to eight hours.

Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013

Should you use algae in the morning or at night?

Algae can be used twice daily as part of your routine. Certain algae extracts may help improve skin elasticity and reduce skin thickness when applied consistently.

Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2002

Can you use algae every day?

Yes, you can use algae daily as it helps improve hydration, elasticity, and photoprotection.

Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2002Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2015

Does algae cause purging or irritation?

Algae is generally well-tolerated and is unlikely to cause skin irritation or purging. Studies show that specific seaweed extracts actually help reduce acne symptoms and soothe the skin.

Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2013

Which skin types is algae best for?

Algae is a superior fit for dry skin, sensitive skin, dry sensitive skin, mature skin, and skin with dark spots, with top-rated products including Dr Sebagh Sun & City Protection SPF 50+, Pacifica Sea Foam Complete Face Wash, and La Mer The Treatment Lotion. Lovi rates algae as a high fit for oily skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, and oily acne-prone skin.

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Behind this ingredient guide

Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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