Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder is a dried powder of the blue-green microalga Aphanizomenon flos-aquae, used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics.
Also known as: AFA powder, blue-green algae powder
Benefits
- ✓Powdered blue-green microalga rich in phycocyanin and carotenoids, providing antioxidant activity
- ✓Skin-conditioning botanical/algal additive
Watch for
- ⚠Algae-derived ingredients carry a contamination risk (e.g. microcystins) if source water/purity is not controlled; reputable cosmetic suppliers test for this
In depth
What it does
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder is a dried powder of the blue-green microalga Aphanizomenon flos-aquae, used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics. As an antioxidant ingredient, it is particularly valued for powdered blue-green microalga rich in phycocyanin and carotenoids, providing antioxidant activity and skin-conditioning botanical/algal additive.
Skin type guide
Suitable for all skin types. Antioxidants are especially valuable for skin exposed to daily UV and environmental stressors — which is essentially everyone.
How to use it
Works particularly well in an AM routine, where its antioxidant protection pairs naturally with daily SPF. Apply after cleansing and toning, before moisturiser and sunscreen.