What it is
Derived from the edible brown seaweed Laminaria japonica (kombu), this extract is rich in minerals and polysaccharides. It is used as a hydrating, soothing, conditioning ingredient that gives a smooth, comfortable feel.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated; marine botanicals can rarely cause reactions.
Origin & sourcing
Botanical extract from the brown seaweed Laminaria japonica.
Questions everyone asks
What does kombu extract do?
It is a mineral- and polysaccharide-rich seaweed extract used to hydrate and soothe skin.
Where does it come from?
It is derived from the edible brown seaweed kombu.