Hypnea Musciformis Extract is a naturally derived compound obtained from the red alga Hypnea musciformis, family Hypneaceae.

The name describes the structure of the molecule

• "Hypnea musciformis" refers to a species of red algae that grows in many parts of the world, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions.
• "Extract" indicates that the product is a substance obtained by extracting desired components from the algae, usually through processes like infusion, decoction, or percolation.

Description of raw materials used in production

• Hypnea musciformis - The red algae from which the active ingredient is extracted.
• Solvents - Typically water or ethanol are used to extract the beneficial components from the algae.

Step-by-step summary of industrial chemical synthesis process

• Harvesting - Hypnea musciformis is harvested, preferably from sustainable sources.
• Cleaning and preparation - The algae is cleaned of impurities and prepared for extraction.
• Extraction - The algae is subjected to a solvent to extract the beneficial components.
• Filtration - The extracted solution is filtered to remove solid particles.
• Concentration - The filtrate is then concentrated, if needed, to achieve the desired extract.
• Drying - If necessary, the extract is dried to achieve a powder form.

It occurs as a white or reddish powder.

What it is for and where

Medical

Hypnea Musciformis demonstrated cytotoxic effects on various cancer cell lines. The antitumor effects of these extracts are believed to be due to the presence of bioactive compounds (1). Hypnea Musciformis has also shown marked anti-inflammatory activity (2) and pharmacological properties due to the sulfated (3).

Cosmetics

Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.

CAS   223751-71-1

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(1) Begolli R, Chatziangelou M, Samiotaki M, Goutas A, Barda S, Goutzourelas N, Kevrekidis DP, Malea P, Trachana V, Liu M, Lin X, Kollatos N, Stagos D, Giakountis A. Transcriptome and proteome analysis reveals the anti-cancer properties of Hypnea musciformis marine macroalga extract in liver and intestinal cancer cells. Hum Genomics. 2023 Jul 31;17(1):71. doi: 10.1186/s40246-023-00517-0. PMID: 37525271; PMCID: PMC10388463.

Abstract. Background: Marine seaweeds are considered as a rich source of health-promoting compounds by the food and pharmaceutical industry. Hypnea musciformis is a marine red macroalga (seaweed) that is widely distributed throughout the world, including the Mediterranean Sea. It is known to contain various bioactive compounds, including sulfated polysaccharides, flavonoids, and phlorotannins. Recent studies have investigated the potential anticancer effects of extracts from H. musciformis demonstrating their cytotoxic effects on various cancer cell lines. The anticancer effects of these extracts are thought to be due to the presence of bioactive compounds, particularly sulfated polysaccharides, which have been shown to have anticancer and immunomodulatory effects. However, further studies are needed to fully understand the molecular mechanisms that underlie their anticancer effects and to determine their potential as therapeutic agents for cancer treatment.... © 2023. The Author(s).

(2) de Brito TV, Prudêncio Rda S, Sales AB, Vieira Fd Jr, Candeira SJ, Franco ÁX, Aragão KS, Ribeiro Rde A, Ponte de Souza MH, Chaves Lde S, Freitas AL, Medeiros JV, dos Reis Barbosa AL. Anti-inflammatory effect of a sulphated polysaccharide fraction extracted from the red algae Hypnea musciformis via the suppression of neutrophil migration by the nitric oxide signalling pathway. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2013 May;65(5):724-33. doi: 10.1111/jphp.12024. 

Abstract. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the anti-inflammatory effect of a sulphated polysaccharide fraction (PLS) extracted from the alga Hypnea musciformis and investigate the possible involvement of the nitric oxide (NO) pathway in this effect....Conclusions: PLS reduced the inflammatory response by modulating neutrophil migration, which appeared to be dependent on the NO pathway. © 2013 The Authors. JPP © 2013 Royal Pharmaceutical Society.

(3) V Brito T, Barros FCN, Silva RO, Dias Júnior GJ, C Júnior JS, Franco ÁX, Soares PMG, Chaves LS, Abreu CMWS, de Paula RCM, Souza MHLP, Freitas ALP, R Barbosa AL. Sulfated polysaccharide from the marine algae Hypnea musciformis inhibits TNBS-induced intestinal damage in rats. Carbohydr Polym. 2016 Oct 20;151:957-964. doi: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.06.047.