Organic Seaweed Powder is derived from the Ascophyllum nodosum(brown seaweed) This type of Seaweed is wild harvested and commonly known as knotted, knobbed bladderwrack, or kelp. Benefits: Seaweed Powder is a rich source of vitamins including vitamins B12 (not found in land plants), vitamin E, amino acids, minerals, trace elements, and other nutrients. Seaweed powder makes for an effective cleansing and exfoliating agent. When applied to the skin, Seaweed treatments act as a powerful purifier that draws out impurities while imparting benefits to the skin. It helps to slough off dead skin cells from the surface of the skin which gives the skin a healthy, revitalized, and glowing appearance.
Seaweed contains fatty acids, which makes it suitable for use on irritated skin as it will help retain the skin's moisture levels and alleviate chapping, cracking, and roughness caused by dryness of the skin. It can also be used on oily and acne-prone skin. Seaweed Powder is suitable for all skin types. Application: Organic Seaweed Powder can be used in face masks, body wraps, soap making, body scrubs, and bath powders.
Seaweed Face Mask Recipe: Combine 1 tbsp of seaweed powder with 2 tbsp of water and 1 tsp of vegetable glycerin to form a paste. Apply to the skin and leave on for about 10 minutes before washing off with warm water. Floral water or aloe vera gel juice can be substituted for water.
Seaweed Body Wrap Recipe: Combine 1/2 cup seaweed powder, 3 tbsp jojoba oil, and 2 drops of lavender oil in a bowl. Slowly add water while stirring the mixture until it forms a paste. Apply the paste to various parts of the body and cover it with plastic wrap. Leave on for 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Floral water or aloe vera gel juice can be substituted for water.
