CHONDRUS CRISPUS
Carrageenan-containing, polysaccharide-rich red alga
- Diverse nutrient profile
Contains essential fatty acids, amino acid derivatives, minerals, and vitamins - Gel formation & formulation stability
Carrageenan-rich polysaccharides from red algae provide smooth, stable textures - Flexible dosage forms
From dried algae material to water-soluble glycerin extract - Origin Brittany
Harvested along the Atlantic coasts of France and gently processed



Description
Chondrus crispus, also known as Irish Moss, is a red-violet seaweed from the Gigartinaceae family, mainly harvested along the coasts of Brittany. It is rich in natural polysaccharides – particularly carrageenan – as well as essential fatty acids, amino acid derivatives, minerals, and vitamins. Due to its high content of carbohydrates with water-binding potential, this alga is ideally suited as a base for cosmetic applications. Chondrus crispus is available in various forms – from dried algae material to water-soluble glycerin extract.
Article number | Available on request |
Packaging | Bag, Canister |
Package size | On request |
Form | Powder, Flakes, Liquid |
MOQ | On request |
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Polysaccharide-rich red alga with carrageenan for cosmetic formulations
With its high carrageenan content, Chondrus crispus, also known as Irish Moss, is one of the most polysaccharide-rich red algae for cosmetic formulations. It also provides essential fatty acids, amino acid derivatives, and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium, as well as vitamins C, B3, and B2. Harvested along the coasts of Brittany and gently processed, it is available in different forms – from dried algae material to water-soluble glycerin extract – offering versatile options for modern, nature-based product concepts.
