The Ingredient Library · Ingredient · Lyngen, Norway
Laminaria Hyperborea
Laminaria Hyperborea Extract
An arctic kelp from Norwegian fjords — marine minerals for fresher-looking skin.
| INCI name | Laminaria Hyperborea Extract |
|---|---|
| Type | Brown kelp extract — hydrating & revitalising |
| Origin | Lyngen, Norway |
| Key benefit | Fresher, more toned-looking skin |
| Suits | All skin types, including dull or tired-looking skin |
What is this
Laminaria Hyperborea
Laminaria hyperborea is a brown kelp that grows in cold, clear north-Atlantic waters, forming dense underwater forests along the Norwegian coast. In skincare, its extract — rich in polysaccharides, minerals and trace elements — is used as a hydrating, revitalising marine active that helps skin look fresher, more toned and rebalanced.
Where is it found
Lyngen, Norway
In the Lyngen fjords of arctic Norway, kelp forests sway in some of the clearest, coldest water in the world. Laminaria hyperborea grows slowly here, anchored to rock through polar night and midnight sun alike. It is harvested with care, so the underwater forest keeps its rhythm — a patience the Aurora method shares.
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Formulas with laminaria hyperborea
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Noctis Night Deep Cleanser
39.00 $
Argan + Brazil Nut + babassu lipid-rich night cleanser for comfort and barrier support
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Noctis Night Deep Cleanser
39.00 $
Argan + Brazil Nut + babassu lipid-rich night cleanser for comfort and barrier support
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
Every ingredient in our library serves one measure of success — skin longevity — the years skin keeps its strength, moisture and evenness.
Questions about laminaria hyperborea
What is Laminaria hyperborea?
Laminaria hyperborea is a large brown kelp of the cold north-east Atlantic, where it forms dense underwater forests along rocky coasts like Norway's Lyngen fjords. Its extract is valued in skincare for its polysaccharides, minerals and natural polyphenols, harvested with respect for the kelp forests it comes from.
What does kelp extract do for skin?
In cosmetics, kelp extract is used as a hydrating and revitalising active. Rich in polysaccharides and trace elements, it helps reduce moisture loss from the skin's surface, supports a rebalanced, purified feel and leaves skin looking fresher, more toned and more energetic.
Is kelp extract good for all skin types?
Yes — it is a gentle, well-tolerated marine ingredient suited to most skin types. Because it hydrates while leaving a feeling of freshness, it works as comfortably in cleansers and mists as it does in serums, creams and masks.
Does kelp hydrate the skin?
It helps, yes. Kelp's polysaccharides — including alginates — are natural water-binders that help the skin surface hold on to moisture, supporting a softer, fresher, more supple look rather than a tight, dry feel.
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