Dunaliella Salina Extract
Dunaliella Salina Extract is a vibrant pink-orange ingredient derived from a resilient microalgae. It is prized in skincare for its high levels of natural carotenoids and antioxidants, giving it a distinctive colour and protective qualities. UK shoppers will often find it in moisturisers, serums and after-sun products.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare Dunaliella Salina Extract functions as a potent antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent. Rich in beta-carotene and other carotenoids, it helps neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure and pollution, supporting the skin’s natural defence against environmental stress. It also assists with hydration and delivers a subtle, natural glow, making it a popular choice in both daily moisturisers and targeted treatment formulations.
Key benefits
- Provides antioxidant protection against environmental stressors
- Helps support skin hydration and smoothness
- Imparts a natural healthy glow
- Assists in soothing appearance of stressed skin
- Contributes to overall skin resilience
- Enhances product stability in formulations
Best for
dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, dull skin, sun-exposed skin
Where it comes from
Dunaliella Salina is a single-celled marine microalgae that thrives in extremely salty, sun-drenched environments such as salt lakes and evaporation ponds. The extract is obtained from the whole microalgae, which naturally produces high concentrations of protective carotenoids.
Products with Dunaliella Salina Extract
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Dunaliella Salina Extract than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Dermalogica Biolumin-C Eye Serum (15ml) Dermalogica
- Dermalogica Biolumin-C Eye Serum (2 x 15ml) Duo Dermalogica
- Dermalogica Biolumin-C Vitamin C Eye Serum - Hydrates Dermalogica