Finely milled spirulina powder containing phycocyanin, amino acids, minerals, and polyphenols. In rinse-off formats (powder masks, cleansing products, scrubs) it helps reduce the look of oiliness and leaves a cleaner after-feel. At low levels in emulsions it can add a subtle tint and antioxidant support; higher levels may impart more noticeable color/odor, so use sparingly. Disperses well in dry blends and can be extracted into water or glycols for use in toners and gels.

Benefits:

●      Gently reduces skin shine

●      Antioxidant support (phycocyanin/polyphenols)

●      Natural green tint for powder products

●      Improved feel in rinse-off masks and scrubs

●      Plant-derived; suitable for minimalist formulas

How to use:

●      Powder masks: blend with clays/starches; wet at use with Aqua or a hydrosol to form a smooth paste.

●      Emulsions (cream/lotion): disperse in a little glycerin or propanediol as a paste; add in cool-down with mixing and fine-filter if needed.

●      Toner/gel (as an extract): prepare a filtered water/glycol extract and incorporate with an appropriate preservation system.

Recommended usage levels in skincare:

●      Powder masks/cleansing grains: 1–10%

●      Emulsions (face/body): 0.05–0.5% (to minimize color/odor)

●      Aqueous extracts in toners/gels: 1–3% (depending on extract strength)

●      Scrubs/soaps: 0.5–3%

Solubility:

●      Insoluble in water and oils; dispersible as a powder.

●      Aqueous/glycolic extracts can be prepared; the natural color may fade at low pH (<5), high heat, or strong light.

Applications:

●      Clay masks and powder cleansers

●      Gentle scrubs and soaps with a natural tint

●      Toners and gels using filtered extracts

●      Light, plant-based emulsions

Storage:
Keep tightly closed, protected from light and moisture, at a moderate temperature (below 25 °C).