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Spirulina Platensis Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock
Formulate Labs offers Spirulina Platensis Extract, a fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock leveraging the potent bioactives C-phycocyanin, allophycocyanin, carotenoids, and superoxide dismutase. Commonly known as Spirulina or Blue-Green Algae, this ingredient provides robust support for skin vitality and environmental defense.
Source of potent phycobiliproteins and carotenoids
Botanical Identity: Spirulina Platensis Extract, derived from the nutrient-rich microalga, is widely recognized by trade names such as Spirulina and Blue-Green Algae. Formulate Labs offers the pure INCI Spirulina Platensis Extract, not proprietary supplier SKUs, ensuring transparency and quality for your cosmetic formulations.
Dual mechanism: Spirulina Platensis Extract’s cosmetic activity is driven by a complex of potent bioactives, including the phycobiliproteins C-phycocyanin and allophycocyanin, carotenoids like beta-carotene and zeaxanthin, and the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD). These compounds provide robust antioxidant support against environmental aggressors and oxidative stress, while also supporting fibroblast cellular activity to stimulate collagen production and inhibit matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs).
Use levels: The recommended use level for Formulate Labs' 5% hydroglycerin stock of Spirulina Platensis Extract is 0.1% to 5.0% in the final formulation. The optimal concentration depends on desired functional benefits and the intensity of the natural blue-green color imparted.
Market context: Spirulina Platensis Extract is positioned as a premium, science-backed active derived from marine biotechnology, appealing strongly to anti-aging, clean beauty, and vegan skincare market segments. It leverages the popular "superfood" narrative for skin health, serves as a natural blue-green colorant, and offers environmental defense capabilities.
Pricing context: Public B2B pricing data for standardized, cosmetic-grade liquid Spirulina Platensis Extract is sparse, with raw material input prices varying significantly from $4.33/kg for biomass powders to over $195/kg for high-purity phycocyanin fractions. This variability is heavily influenced by factors such as organic certification, traceability, and extraction method.
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.*
Formulate Labs uses the INCI name Spirulina Platensis Extract; common trade names for the material include (Spirulina, Blue-Green Algae).
Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.
* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Spirulina Platensis Extract is documented in cosmetic peptide/protein literature. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.
These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.
Bulk composition at fixed 5% Spirulina Platensis Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-SPE-W2-MBS4-5PCT-001).
SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.
Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.