Ascophyllum algae powder 100 g

Ascophyllum algae as a natural scrub for face and body

Ascophyllum is a brown algae that is an excellent source of natural organic iodine. It has long been known for its medicinal properties. It contains a whole complex of substances that are essential for any skin. Amino acids supply the skin with energy and nourish it, mineral salts help to restore the balance of the skin, trace elements stimulate cell activity.

Characteristics of the component and features of use

Appearance: small granules of dark green color with a characteristic odor.

Solubility: insoluble in any substance. Mixable with ready-made base.

Storage: in a dry dark place, in a tightly closed container at temperatures below 25°C. Keep out of direct sunlight.

Useful properties in cosmetics

Ascophyllum has long been known for its medicinal properties. Its composition includes a whole complex of substances that are essential for any skin. Amino acids supply the skin with energy and nourish it, mineral salts help to restore the balance of the skin, trace elements stimulate the activity of cells.

Ascophyllum contains unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids that restore the structure of collagen, which determines the elasticity of the skin.

Ascophyllum brown algae layers contain vitamins, trace elements (30), amino acids, mucus, polysaccharides, alginic acids, stearic acid. Mineral substances adsorbed from water by brown algae in huge quantities are in organic colloidal state, and can be freely and quickly digested by the human body. Very rich in iodine, most of which is found in the form of iodides and iodo-organic sediniums. Brown algae are rich in mannuronic acid and give alginates of high viscosity and mannitol, which belongs to the hexatomic alcohols and is widely used in medicine and cosmetology. Ascophyllum has a protective effect on skin tissues thanks to macromolecules called fucoidan (widely used in thalassotherapy).

Ascophyllum masks heal ulcers and small wounds, soften facial skin, remove wrinkles and make it more elastic.

Ascophyllum is widely used in cosmetic products designed to effectively fight cellulite. Its bioactive compounds act on lipolytic receptors of adipose tissue cells, block alpha receptors, which are responsible for fat accumulation, and stimulate the release of fatty acids from the cells. Ascophyllum can be used for bathing. It promotes skin rejuvenation, relaxation, strengthening the structure of nails and hair, improving metabolism and blood circulation. Ascophyllum baths are indicated for use to heal wounds, in diseases of bone tissue and joints. Also at this point there is a recovery of respiratory organs. To improve blood circulation of the scalp, you can wrap it with ascophyllum. As a result of the wraps, the hair is nourished along the entire length. Due to its antiseptic properties, ascophyllum can be used in the complex treatment of excessive greasiness of hair and dandruff. Ascophyllum is also used to create cosmetic ice, which guarantees skin rejuvenation. Vitamins A, C, D, E, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, macro - and trace elements (iron, manganese, zinc) normalize metabolic processes, beneficial effect on the skin, nails and hair, preventing their loss. Contains polyphenols, which act as antioxidants.

Ascophyllum plays an active role in the correction of the figure. The fact is that its components activate lipolytic processes and prevent obesity.
 

Application in recipes for natural cosmetics

• masks
• anti-cellulite programs
• body creams
• shampoos, hair masks
• body scrub
• baths
• wraps.

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