Earlier this year, Kim Kardashian shared that she still uses sea moss in her smoothies, and around the world, it sparked an interest in marine-based products. Although we might try her smoothie in the future, we're a little more interested in the use of marine-based products in skincare.
Marine-based ingredients in skincare products are well-known for their healing, nourishing, and hydrating properties, among many others.
We're happy to help you demystify some marine-based skincare products and why you should check them out.
Marin Soothing Hydration Cream
If you've been on social media, you've probably seen this "lobster" lotion going around, and we had to talk about it. We love this product because it can be used on your face, hands, and even your body!
The Marin Soothing Hydration Cream contains marine glycoproteins, which help lobsters regenerate limbs. As for its skincare benefits, these proteins help soothe your skin and repair your skin barrier.
The cream also features hyaluronic acid and squalane to help give your skin some extra hydration. The lotion is rich but lightweight and melts into your skin. Trust us on this one; we're huge fans.
Naturium Marine Hyaluronic Water Cream
Naturium also has a marine-based hydrating moisturizer, which promises to plump and smooth skin. One of the key ingredients in this is hyaluronic acid, which helps add and retain moisture in your skin. This also uses a combination of phytonutrients and antioxidants to reduce signs of aging and help nourish your skin. This formula is clean and cruelty-free.
Biossance Squalane + Marine Algae Firming & Lifting Eye Cream
We love this product because it is cruelty-free and vegan, and it works for all skin types. This eye cream also firms, lifts, and brightens your entire eye area, as well as reduces fine lines. It uses pink marine algae, which helps with fine lines and wrinkles, and paracress extract, which can smooth and firm your skin. Additionally, this contains sugarcane-derived squalane, which helps lock in your skin's moisture.
The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics
This serum is great for those who need a little extra hydration. It is formulated with marine-derived water to keep adding as well as locking in your skin's moisture. It also uses skin-friendly marine bacteria called exopolysaccharides, Hawaiian red algae, micro-filtered blue-green algae, and glycoproteins from Antarctic marine sources to help hydrate your skin below the surface. This water-based serum also contains amino acids to soften and plump your skin.
SeaQuarius' The Sea Clean - Foaming and Purifying Facial Cleanser
We're including products for every step of your skincare routine, so obviously, we had to find you a cleanser so you can create your own marine-based skincare routine. We love this product because it helps to remove impurities, softens your skin, and helps your skin shine. The ingredients for this are sourced from the Atlantic Ocean. It uses coconut and olive to clean and soften your skin, as well as natural seawater, which helps purify your skin without stripping it. Bonus: it smells like citrus.