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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 112945-52-5, 60676-86-0
- EC No.
- 231-545-4, 262-373-8, 310-060-2
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Origin of Algica
Millions of years of evolution has given the porous silica shell of diatoms a remarkable set of properties. At Swedish Algae Factory we have discovered a way to cultivate and extract this fascinating product of nature, whilst preserving its unique properties - for use in various types of skincare products. Let us introduce Algica. Naturally high-tech.
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Properties of Algica for Personal Care
- Algica has proven capabilities to regulate moisture levels in the skin.
- Cleanses the skin by absorption of sweat, oil, bacteria, and other impurities.
- Anti-pollution agent.
- Sensory modifier.
- Boost the effect of other actives.
- SPF booster.
- The Cleansing And Boosting Property
Algica can absorb between 10-20 times more sweat, oil, bacteria, and other impurities than other silica materials. Also, the highly developed funnel structure of Algica with intertwined layers of pores, makes the absorption 3 times faster. The surface area also provides Algica with great carrying properties that help to boost the effect of other actives.
- Features
Algica is an ingredient sourced from nature, with a minimal number of natural resources used in the production process.
- Product Highlights
One Ingredient, Multiple Benefits
Algica is an efficient moisturizer, cleanser, anti-pollution agent, SPF booster, sensory modifier. It is also an excellent booster of other active substances. With Algica you can easy lower your products INCI list.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Skin Care Applications
- Sun Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Use Level
- 0.1 - 0.2 %
- Applications
Algica for all skin types
Algica is a natural and dermatological tested ingredient that can be used in products for sensitive skin, skin with for example erythema, acne, eczema and even in baby care products.
Algica for personal care
One ingredient, multiple benefits.
Algica is an efficient moisturizer, cleanser, anti-pollution agent, SPF booster, sensory modifier. It is also an excellent booster of other active substances. With Algica you can easy lower your products INCI list.Algica protects the skin from pollution
Validated external studies show that Algica work as an efficient anti-pollution agent in skincare products. Various types of studies have been conducted, all showing that products containing Algica prevents air pollution from entering the skin.
Algica works as an ocean safe SPF Booster
That works with both organic and inorganic UV filters. In vivo studies shows that Algica at low concentration of 0,1 % can boost the SPF with an average of 13%.
How to use algica in personal care
Algica is available as a dry powder. Algica can be used in water-based, oil-based and powder formulas. The recommended dosage is 0.1 - 0.2 % in formulations.
- How To Use Algica In Personal Care
Algica is available as a dry powder. Algica can be used in water-based, oil-based and powder formulas. The recommended dosage is 0.1 - 0.2 % in formulations.
- Water-based products: Add Algica in the same volume of water and heat up to 70-80 degrees during stirring. Maintain the heat, the powder will be dispersed after 30-60 minutes.
- Oil-based products: Add Algica in oil under gentle mixing until all particles are dispersed. Approx. 1-2 minutes.
Do not use in solutions with pH above 10. The size of the particles is micro-sized, Algica is non-nano amorphous silica.
- Algae at Our Service
The frustules of the algae have one to three layers of nanopores, which can be used in several industrial applications. This frustule material can be used to increase the efficiency of solar panels due to the structure’s light manipulating and trapping properties. The structure also blocks block UV light efficiently, which can be utilized in e.g. sunscreens and plastics. Due to the material’s nanoporosity it also takes up and releases chemical substances efficiently which is useful in many different applications. The oil produced by diatoms is excellent for fish feed or even human food supplements due to the polyunsaturated fatty acid content. When diatoms grow (increase in number), they capture carbon dioxide, nitrogen and phosphorous. Thus our algae cultures are a natural greenhouse gas trap and waste water treatment. Each ton of our material traps at least 8 ton carbon dioxide and returns at least 1 ton nitrogen and 100 kg phosphorus from wastewater into the food value chain annually.
Properties
- Physical Form
Regulatory & Compliance
- Complaince
Algica is verified by ECOCERT, approved by COSMOS and globally compliant.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Test Data
Sensibility comparison
In this study, the subjects were asked to evaluate the feeling of a cream with Algica vs a cream with hyaluronic acid.
Comparison Algica and Hyaluronic acid
In this study the amount of pollution that was blocked by a cream formulation was measured after the cream formulation was exposed to pollution when applied to the skin and thereafter rinsed off. The cream with Algica blocked more pollution from entering the skin than a cream with hyaluronic acid.
Packaging & Availability
- Availability
It is available as a dry powder. The dry material is preferable for oil-based formulations and serums. The dry form is long-lasting and does not require preservatives.