3% Asthaxanthin + Chlorelina Serum
Serum

3% Asthaxanthin + Chlorelina Serum

Somethinc
24Ingredients
0EU Banned
0Caution
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.5/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
71% Natural29% synthetic
Ingredient Analysis

Key Ingredients

Proven ActivesBeneficial ingredients with clinical evidence
WaterEXCELLENTGlycerinEXCELLENTMethylpropanediolMODERATEPentylene Glycol (Humectant)GOOD2-HexanediolGOODLecithin (Emulsifier)EXCELLENT

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.5 — Suboptimal
5.5
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.5
Active ingredients: Glycolic Acid
Glycolic Acid at pH 5.5: likely ineffective — above 4.5
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.5, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Key Actives
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

71% natural29% synthetic
17 natural 7 synthetic

Based on 24 ingredients analyzed. 71% natural and 29% synthetic.

Active ingredients2 actives
Preservatives2 preservatives

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning6:Pentylene Glycol, Lecithin, Betaine, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Beta-Sitosterol, Caffeine
solvent4:Water, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene Glycol, 2-Hexanediol
type of chemical entity4:Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Allantoin

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow

Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.