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Nuwen Algalithe – The robust algae

Nuwen AlgaliThe – The Robust Algae mainly grow in Atlantic and in North sea, all along Brittany coasts. When fossilized, this red algae turns to beige/brown color and it is then harvest on the ocean floor, in specific areas. Algale is sorted, dried and micronized in order to obtain an ultrafine (32μm) and pure powder. Algalithe is obtained from fossilized red macro-algae Phymatolithon calcareum, better known as Lithothamnion calcareum. This micronized powder owns unique structure and composition offering multiple use in your formulations.

INCI Name: Lithothamnion Calcareum Powder

Functions: Absorbent, Brightening Agent, Matting Agent, Texturizing Agent

Ingredient Origin: Marine Origin, Natural Origin

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Barrier Function Improvement, Brightening, Effective Oil Absorbent, Mattifying Effect, Powdery Feel, Smoothing, Water Absorbent, pH Balancing

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    Identification & Functionality

    CAS No.
    223751-73-3
    Composition

    Algalithe highly concentrate minerals, especially calcium and magnesium, under carbonate form. Algalithe contains more than 80 % of calcium carbonate, representing 33 % of pure calcium.

    Features & Benefits

    Features
    • Active (In vitro proven efficacy)
    • Matifying agent
    • Smooth abrasive powder
    Properties

    Algalithe is a multifunctional ingredient, that can be used in various way in your formulations:
    • Natural alternative to terrestrial calcium carbonate or talc : smooth powdery feeling with water and oil absorption property
    • Alternative to clays : mattifying and cation absorption capacity
    • Absorbent, texturizing agent : thanks to microporous structure
    • pH adjusting agent : thanks to soluble bicarbonate ions
    • Smooth abrasive powder for scrub or tooth paste complementary to calcium carbonate in toothpaste
    • Active with in vitro proven efficacy : positive action on global epidermic barrier strenghtness, to reinforce weakeness skins.
    if à l’efficacité démontrée in vitro : action positive sur le renforcement global de la barrière cutanée, pour renforcer les épidermes fragilisés.

    Applications & Uses

    Application Format
    Oral Care Applications
    Skin Care Applications

    Properties

    Physical Form