Pregnancy safe beauty products can be super difficult and confusing. I have an entire guide devoted to what products are safe to use while pregnant including information on what ingredients to avoid while pregnant and a huge list of pregnancy safe skincare products.
Here you’ll find pregnancy safe products from Algenist as of 8/16/2024. If it is not safe, I’ll tell you why. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.
Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products from Algenist
• Algae Peptide Regenerative Moisturizer
• ALIVE Prebiotic Balancing Moisturizer SPF 15 (at Sephora)
• GENIUS Collagen Calming Relief (at Sephora)
• Genius Liquid Collagen® Cleanser
• GENIUS Liquid Collagen® Hand Cream
• GENIUS Ultimate Anti-Aging Eye Cream
• GENIUS Ultimate Anti-Aging Vitamin C+ Serum
• Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm (at Sephora, DermStore)
Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing
• BLUE ALGAE VITAMIN C™ Dark Spot Correcting Peel (at Sephora): Glycolic Acid, Gluconolactone, Mandelic Acid, Malic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Licorice Root
• GENIUS Liquid Collagen® (at Sephora, DermStore): Chemical Sunscreens
• GENIUS Liquid Collagen® Essence: Chemical Sunscreens
• GENIUS Liquid Collagen® Lip: Chemical Sunscreens
• GENIUS Liquid Skin Resurfacing 2% BHA Toner: Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid
• GENIUS Sleeping Collagen®: Salicylate
• SUBLIME DEFENSE® Ultra Lightweight UV Defense Fluid SPF 50 (at Sephora): Chemical Sunscreens, Licorice Root
Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing
• Advanced Anti-Aging Repairing Oil (at Sephora): Retinoid
• GENIUS Ultimate Anti-Aging Cream (at Sephora, DermStore): Retinoid
• GENIUS Ultimate Anti-Aging Melting Cleanser (at Sephora): Retinoid
• Green Microalgae Retinol + Regenerating Serum (at Sephora): Retinoid, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Gluconolactone
• POWER Recharging Night Pressed Serum: Bidens Pilosa
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Hi! What about the Algerian Genius Liquid Collagen:
Collagen, Water, Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate, Collagen Amino Acids, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Helichrysum Stoechas Extract, Cylindrotheca Fusiformis Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Adenosine, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Amodimethicone, Homosalate, Polysorbate 20, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Octocrylene, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Beta-Carotene (CI 75130).
Thanks so much!
This has chemical sunscreens (homosalate) so I would avoid using it. Note I’ve actually been through the lists of the entire brand, but only the safe ones are listed. On my next brand review I’ll list why others weren’t included.
Good morning,
Would you be able to review this new Algenist serum? Its called AA Barrier Serum. Thank you!
Water (Aqua, Eau), Butylene Glycol, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Phloretin, Ergothioneine, Copper Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Disodium EDTA, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Arginine, Ascorbic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Pyridoxine HCl, Retinyl Palmitate, Silica, Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Adenosine Triphosphate, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Niacinamide, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol.
I wouldn’t use it while pregnant, and if you’re being conservative I would avoid it during nursing as well. It has Glycolic Acid and a retinoid.
How about Algenist Regenerative Anti-Aging Moisturizer for pregnancy? Thanks!
Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sorbitan Stearate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, DI-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate, Algae Exopolysaccharides, Malus Domestica Fruit (Apple) Cell Culture Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Leaf/Stem Extract, Tetrapeptide-21, Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Biotin, Glucosamine HCL, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Ergothioneine, Oleanolic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Mannitol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.
I’m not certain if the Malus Domestica Fruit (Apple) Cell Culture Extract is a stem cell ingredient. Sometimes stem cells are listed this way, but not always. I would check into what the brand is claiming about stem cells in the product. My concerns are in this post: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy.
Hello, I noticed the Complete Eye Renewal Balm has modified formula a little bit. Do you think it’s still good to use? Thank you.
Water (Aqua, Eau), Isopropyl Isostearate, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Palmitic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caffeine, Tetrapeptide-21, Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, Glucosamine HCl, Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract, Inula Crithmoide Extract, Phospholipids, Biotin, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Steareth-20, Ceteareth-20, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Potassium Sorbate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol.
Looks ok!
GENIUS Liquid Collagen Body Mylk
Water (Aqua, Eau), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Persea Gratissima Oil, Collagen, Simmondsia Chinensis Oil, Stearic Acid, Xylitol, Silica, Lactic Acid, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Collagen Amino Acids, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Squalene, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, Tromethamine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Tocopheryl Acetate, BHT, Coumarin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract.
Thanks again!!
This is ok
Hi Doc,
Is Algenist Genius Collagen Calming Relief safe for breastfeeding? Thank you
Water (Aqua, Eau), Collagen (Vegetable)*, Squalane, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Palmitic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Beta-Glucan, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Tocopherol, Collagen Amino Acids, Bisabolol, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Coelastrella Vacuolata Oil, Watanabea Reniformis Oil, Citric Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Propanediol, Ceteareth-20, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Ethyhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.
Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing
Is the Algenist with alguronuc acid AA barrier serum safe for pregnancy?
It’s here in the comments already. It has a retinoid, so no it isn’t safe for pregnancy.
Sorry if you covered this one and I missed it, but wondering if the GENIUS Ultimate Anti-Aging Vitamin C+ Serum is ok to use while pregnant?
Ingredients:
Water (Aqua, Eau), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Citrate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Niacinamide, Ethoxydiglycol, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Collagen (Vegan)*, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Lactate, Cholesterol, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Dictyopteris Polypodioides Extract, Citric Acid, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Coumarin
Yes, ok for pregnancy and nursing
Hi. I am wondering if the Algenist triple algae eye cream is safe to use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding? Below is the ingredient list:
• Patented & Exclusive Alguronic Acid: Helps reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles around the eye area, and fight environmental assaults that cause signs of aging in skin; helps keep skin in the eye area hydrated
• Triple Algae (brown, red & green algae): Blend of brown, red and green algae work synergistically to address varying causes and tones of dark under eye circles; help brighten the overall look of the eye area
• De-puff, reduce bags, and tone lids with brown + red algae; Brighten, hydrate, and smooth lines & wrinkles with green algae.
• Skin-responsive Multi-Peptide Complex: 4 fast-acting peptides that support skin’s own protein synthesis and help promote the natural repair process; work together to stimulate barrier repair, helping the eye area appear firmer and smoother & combatting sagging skin
• Vitamin E: nourishes the eye area and provides antioxidant protection
Aqua (Water/Eau), Stearic Acid, Isopropyl Isostearate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Ceramide NG, PEG-10 Phytosterol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract, Glucosamine HCl, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus(Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Pfaffia Paniculata Root Extract, Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Vinyl
Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Phospholipids, Ceteareth-20, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Steareth-20, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate.
This is fine for pregnancy and nursing. It’s already in the list under pregnancy safe.
Hi, I was wondering if the caffeine in this eye cream is ok for pregnancy?
Yes, the amount of caffeine in a topical product is much lower than beverages, and you’re still allowed 1 coffee daily, which has about 32 mg of caffeine. It’s absorbed much more readily through ingestion than topically.
Hello, from what I read I hope I am
Asking in the right place. I want to sincerely thank you for your amazing work and pages. They have helped me so much. Algenist just came out with a new product that I think could help with hyperpigmentation. It’s called Blue algae vitamin C dark spot peel. The ingredients are
Alguronic Acid: Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and fight environmental assaults that cause signs of aging in skin
• Exclusive Blue Algae Vitamin C (100% pure L-Ascorbic Acid):100% pure vitamin C extracted from Spirulina, a well-known source of blue-green algae, that provides powerful brightening, spot-diminishing and antioxidant benefits. Comparable to industry-known spot reducing ingredients that help to reduce the visible look of discoloration.
• Blue Phycocyanin: A natural pigment & potent antioxidant found in Spirulina that gives it a rich blue color and helps to protect against free radical damage.
• Triple Acid Complex (T.A.C.™): Combination of resurfacing and exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHA & PHA) enhance spot reducing power, without drying skin out or any downtime.
INGREDIENTS: Glycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Glycolic Acid, Gluconolactone, Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Ascorbic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Oleth-5, Bisabolol, Menthoxypropanediol, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Citric Acid, Azelaic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Malic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Hylauronate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, OcimumSanctum Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Sodium Citrate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (Candelilla Cera,Cire de Candelilla), Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water (Aqua, Eau), Phenoxyethanol.
This has salicylic acid, and licorice root. Should be ok for nursing but not pregnancy
The below is the ingredient list for Algenist Genius Ultimate Anti-Aging Cream (which is different from the serum you already reviewed). Could you please check whether this is safe?
WATER (AQUA), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, GLYCERIN, CHLORELLA PROTOTHECOIDES OIL, DIMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, ALGAE EXOPOLYSACCHARIDES, VEGETABLE COLLAGEN, CERAMIDE 3, CYNARA SCOLYMUS (ARTICHOKE) LEAF EXTRACT, RETINYL PALMITATE, ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEOUS ROOT EXTRACT, ATRACTYLOIDES MACROCEPHALA ROOT EXTRACT, IRIS FLORENTINA ROOT EXTRACT, BUPLEURUM FALCATUM ROOT EXTRACT, METHYL GLUCOSIDE PHOSPHATE PROLINE LYSINE COPPER COMPLEX, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CETYL ALCOHOL, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, CHLORPHENESIN, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), COUMARIN.
Thank you very much
This has a retinoid. Avoid in pregnancy and in nursing if you’re conservative
Ingredients
-Patented Alguronic Acid: Naturally sourced and sustainably produced from algae, it’s clinically shown to visibly minimize appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as boost the benefits of other active ingredients.
-Exclusive Active Vegan Collagen™: High-concentration vegan collagen that helps to strengthen and condition the skin to visibly improve texture and suppleness.
-Skin-Mimicking Ceramides and Mary Thistle: Helps to support skin barrier function, increasing hydration, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, increasing the look of firmness and has antioxidants to protect skin from the appearance of oxidative aging.
Collagen (Vegan)*, Water (Aqua, Eau), Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl Glucoside , Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Collagen Amino Acids (Vegan)*, Ceramide NP, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Carnosine, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Lecithin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, t-Butyl Alcohol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin, Amyl Salicylate, Benzyl Acetate, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ionone, Linalool.
*Vegan collagen is a new innovative technology created by binding together corn, soy, and wheat protein fibers resulting in vegan amino acids that structurally mimic and provide a function similar to animal-derived collagen used in cosmetic products
This has a salicylate, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy
Hi – Sephora doesn’t carry the Complete Eye Renewal Balm; it does have the Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm. Does it look okay? Thanks!
Aqua (Water/Eau), Stearic Acid, Isopropyl Isostearate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene
Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Ceramide NG, PEG-10 Phytosterol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Pisum Sativum (Pea)
Extract, Glucosamine HCl, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Pfaffia Paniculata Root Extract, Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Phospholipids, Ceteareth-20, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Steareth-20, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate.
Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing
Is the Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil safe for pregnancy?
Ingredients : Water (Aqua, Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Isostearyl isostearate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Phloretin, Fucus Spiralis Extract, Tetraselmis Chui Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Hydrolyzed Algin, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglycerin-6, Xanthan Gum, Triethyl Citrate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Bergamot/Grapefruit/Orange/Tangerine Fruit Ferment Extract, Mica, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hello,
Can you please check on this one?
Algae Niacinamide Moisture Veil
Water (Aqua, Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Isostearyl isostearate, Niacinamide, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Phloretin, Fucus Spiralis Extract, Tetraselmis Chui Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Hydrolyzed Algin, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglycerin-6, Xanthan Gum, Triethyl Citrate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Bergamot/Grapefruit/Orange/Tangerine Fruit Ferment Extract, Mica, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
I love your site, it’s been a great resource! I just had a question: I was looking to get the complete eye renewal balm but I saw it wasn’t safe for pregnancy bc of the added stem cells. I’ve looked but haven’t been able to find any information as to why stem cells should be avoided during pregnancy. Would you mind sharing your finding with me? Thank you!
The discussion on it is in this post: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy
It’s one of those things that I’m not entirely comfortable with and neither are some of the other physicians that I’ve spoken to about it. But, it’s likely overly conservative of me. It’s kind of up to you!
Was the Complete Eye Renewal Balm previously considered pregnancy safe but was updated a few months ago to nursing safe only? I remember checking on it last year and bought it because it was safe but now it might contain stem cells and I’m nervous!
I re-review brands periodically, the date of the most recent review is always in the post. When I do this I start from scratch, I don’t even look at the old list. So I don’t really remember where things used to be but are now. The brand doesn’t call them out as stem cells in the copy, which is usually where I look (and they usually say it there if they are stem cells, it’s a big buzzword and they won’t skip mentioning it), but they mentioned them in the list of ingredients and used a term that usually means it’s a stem cell ingredient.
It’s probably overly conservative of me to say to avoid stem cells, some info in here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy
It’s up to you, they don’t call it out as a stem cell containing product, but I was suspicious based on the list of ingredients.
Extremely helpful, I love Algenist products and couldn’t believe someone had done the work and posted these lists. THANK YOU!!
Hi,
I found your post super helpful during my pregnancy. Im not at my third trimester. Can you review this product for me please? I know you reviewed the emulsion, the mosturizer has similar ingredients but I still want to make sure, thanks!
Water, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sea Water (Maris Aqua), PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Algae Exopolysaccharides, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Algae Extract, Rhizobian Gum, Alteromonas Ferment Filtrate, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Sorbitol, Adenosine, Citric Acid, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Disodium EDTA-Copper, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Chloride, Propanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Benzoate
Algenist Splash absolute hydration replenishing gel moisturizer.
Safe for pregnancy and nursing
Hi! I think the Genius Liquid Collagen is accidentally misclassified here as a chemical sunscreen. I could be totally wrong here though! I thought the product was supposed to be used for a different purpose than as a sunscreen. Thank you!!
It’s not misclassified.
Here are the ingredients:
Collagen (Vegan)*, Water (Aqua, Eau), Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate, Collagen Amino Acids (Vegan)*, Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Helichrysum Stoechas Flower Extract, Cylindrotheca Fusiformis Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Adenosine, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Amodimethicone, Homosalate, Polysorbate 20, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Octocrylene, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Beta-Carotene (CI 40800).
It has 2 chemical sunscreens, Homosalate and Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane.
It is VERY common to include chemical sunscreens in non-sunscreen products.
Why did you say this product has sunscreen when there isn’t an SPF?
Complete eye renewal balm
As mentioned in the post, I need a full ingredient list to review your product (which is what I assume you want, you didn’t really ask…) as I’ve reviewed all of the ones I have access to. More info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety. Note, I do not follow links from readers, I need the actual list. Thanks!
Hi there, can you please take another look at the Algenis liquid collagen? It says that it’s not safe because has a chemical sunscreen but I can’t see anywhere on the ingredient list where there’s a chemical sunscreen.
Here’s the list, I’ve bolded the chemical sunscreens, there are multiple.
Hydrolyzed Collagen*, Water (Aqua, Eau), Propanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate, Collagen Amino Acids* , Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides, Chlorella Protothecoides Oil, Helichrysum Stoechas Flower Extract, Cylindrotheca Fusiformis Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Adenosine, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Amodimethicone, Homosalate, Polysorbate 20, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Octocrylene, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Beta-Carotene (CI 40800).