Seaweeds are one of the most abundant, versatile and sustainable ingredients on the planet. There’s good reason why they are starting to get the recognition they deserve. Seaweeds have been part of many studies bringing them their claim to fame when it comes to health, wellness and beauty. Seaweeds are so nutritious you can find them on your dinner plate, in your skincare, as a supplement and is even being tested to treat certain medical conditions. I’d say seaweeds are true treasures of the seas.
When it comes to skincare, one of the best things about seaweeds is that they don’t pick favorites, yup that’s right, they’re suitable for ALL skin types. Considered one of the hardiest crops around, seaweed is packed full of bioactive compounds, amino acids, trace minerals and vitamins making them the perfect recipe for nutrient dense skin care.
With over 12,000 different species of seaweeds there’s a benefit for every skin condition. Here at Coral Skin Co. we carefully pick the species of seaweed to compliment the targeted skin type and formula. Each product is hand-crafted, slowly extracted to preserve its highest potency as we pull out all of the active constituents.
Let’s take a look at what they do for each skin type.
Normal
For those of you with the “normal” skin type you’re in luck, you will benefit from all the active constitutes within the seaweeds. From balancing, moisturizing, anti-oxidizing, detoxing and calming properties your skin will feel and look glowing.
Sensitive
When it comes to sensitive skin, you are more prone to aggravation and irritation from certain ingredients. Seaweed contains natural minerals like magnesium and zinc, which have been known to help improve the appearance of redness in sensitive and hypersensitive skin as well as calming inflammation.
Dry
Seaweed works wonders on dry skin, because of its high contents of essential fatty acids, polysaccharides and humectants, hydrating the skin is one of its most prized benefits. Fatty acids maintain the skin barrier, humectants draw in the moisture and polysaccharides lock in moisture.
Oily
Seaweed regulates oil production and maintains a healthy balance by controlling the sebaceous glands. Seaweed is undoubtedly great for oily skin because it cuts down the oil film on the skin without dehydrating the skin or sucking out all the moisture.
Acne
Seaweed happens to be a natural detoxifier, and the chlorophyll that give seaweed its green color is the substance that is responsible for drawing out the toxins and impurities. On top of that seaweed is high in antibacterial properties that work to fight acne causing bacteria.
Aging
The vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and enzymes present in sea seaweeds, are potent antioxidants with a lot of skin healing and rejuvenating properties. Seaweed does wonders to aging skin by working to promote tissue regeneration and collagen production.
Hyperpigmentation
Seaweed contains bio active compounds called MAA , MAA fights photo-damage and UV rays to prevent age spots and pigmentation. While the vitamins B & C help to heal the skin and clear current pigmentation.
Seaweed has something for everyone! So next time you want a dose of Vitamin C or feel the urge to soak in the sea give one of our sea—active powered face and body care products a try.
