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Abstract: Algae are eukaryotic, photosynthetic lifeforms, they are chlorophyll-containing autotrophic thalloid plants. Algae are divided into two major categories (A) Microalgae: microalgae also known as blue-green algae or cyanobacteria are prokaryotic, microscopic unicellular algae having a diameter of 1-50. Cyanophyta (Blue-Green Algae), Pyrophyta (Dinoflagellates) Chrysophyta (Diatoms and golden-brown algae), and Chlorophyta (Green algae) are included in the micro-Algal group. Microalgae contain phosphorous (P), calcium (Ca), iron (Fe), vitamins- A, B, C, E, folic acid, biotin, beta-carotene, pantothenic acid and vitamin B12. (B) Macroalgae: macroalgae are eukaryotic, macroscopic multicellular algae, also known as seaweeds. The habitat of macroalgal species is marine water with the optimal availability of light. Macroalgal species have a simple structure consisting of thallus, lamina, kelp, holdfast and frond sorus, thus morphologically differentiating them from the typical terrestrial plant, consisting of complex tissue and organ organization. Macroalgae can be divided into three major groups based on their pigmentation Chlorophyceae, Phaeophyceae and Rhodophyceae. Algal species can survive in extreme environmental conditions of pH, temperature, osmotic pressure, salinity, and exposure to Ultraviolet rays, and can defend themselves by the production of primary and secondary metabolites. In the field of Cosmeceuticals by using the products extracted from its biomass in cosmetic industries. Many algal species are now used widely for the treatment of various skin-related problems by acting as a moisturizer or texture enhancing, sunscreens, anti-wrinkling, etc. Algal extracts contain biologically active compounds that are used in the cosmetic industry. These compounds are often employed in the cosmetic industry as antioxidants, thickeners, water binders, etc. These extracts are found in skin and face care products such as anti-ageing creams, masks, lotions, etc., Ultraviolet (UV) protectants creams such as sunscreens, and hair care products. This topic will evaluate the properties and applications of bioactive compounds from algae for Human welfare in Cosmetic Industry.