Alaria Esculenta Extract Best Antioxidant Hydration Anti-Ageing Soothing Alaria Esculenta Extract at a glance Type of edible brown algae harvested in Europe and Ireland Rich source of amino acids, antioxidants and minerals Proven to help offset factor in skin that lead to decreased firmness Considered safe as used in cosmetics Alaria Esculenta Extract description _Alaria esculenta_ extract is a type of edible brown seaweed (algae) that contains hydrating and replenishing amino acids, minerals (zinc, selenium, iron), and antioxidant compounds which help influence factors within skin in an effort to offset signs of aging. Applied to skin, it hydrates, soothes, and facilitates a firmer look and feel. _Alaria esculenta_ extract is harvested from waters bordering Europe and Ireland. It typically found in blends with other ingredients such as glycols and triglycerides since these help make it more bioavailable to skin. The recommended usage level is 0.005%–1%, with 1% being advised when this algae is part of a blend (meaning the actual content of the algae itself is lower than 1%, but still considered effective). Related ingredients: Algae Extract