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Is Pterocladia Tenuis Extract vegetarian?

Pterocladia Tenuis Extract

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Pterocladia Tenuis Extract is an extract of the red alga Pterocladia tenuis, used in cosmetics for its gelling and moisturizing properties.

INCI name Pterocladia Tenuis Extract
CosIng ID 87129
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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