The extract
Chlorella Vulgaris: A Microalgae Powerhouse for Skin Vitality
Formulate Labs offers Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, a potent bioactive peptide and protein suspension derived from the marine microalgae Chlorella vulgaris. While sometimes referred to by common names like chlorella vulgaris powder or green microalgae in broader contexts, Formulate Labs provides the pure INCI ingredient, ensuring formulators receive the specific active without proprietary supplier blends.
Dual mechanism: Chlorella Vulgaris Extract operates through two primary pathways: first, its potent antioxidants neutralize reactive oxygen species, helping protect skin from environmental damage; second, low-molecular-weight peptides work to support the skin's structural integrity and resilience by stimulating collagen expression and inhibiting enzymes that degrade the dermal matrix [2, 3, 4].
Use levels: Typical use levels for this 5% hydroglycerin stock range from 1.0% to 5.0% in finished formulations. A concentration of 2.0% of the stock is frequently targeted for demonstrated cosmetic efficacy [7, 8].
Market context: Formulate Labs’ Chlorella Vulgaris Extract offers the core active found in several high-performance trade-name materials, providing versatile market positioning. It can be positioned for advanced firming and anti-aging applications, targeting concerns like vascular imperfections, dark circles, and stretch marks, similar to Dermochlorella DG-class actives. It also supports 'blue beauty' and soothing narratives for sensitive skin and inflammaging, akin to Sensityl™-class materials, and aligns with clean-beauty and biomodulating claims for cellular turnover and microbiome balance, as seen in ALGAKTIV® BioSKN / RetinART-class ingredients [17, 18, 19, 20, 21].
Pricing context: While public B2B pricing for standardized Chlorella Vulgaris peptide and protein liquid suspensions is sparse, crude dry Chlorella vulgaris powder typically ranges from $14 to $29 USD per kilogram in Asian markets [14, 15, 16]. Formulate Labs' purified, standardized liquid suspension offers a significant upgrade in quality, ease of use, and batch-to-batch consistency compared to raw agricultural powders, reflecting its value as a premium cosmetic active.
We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible