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GLOSSARY

MARINE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

AT THE HEART OF THE POWER OF THE OCEANS

Want to know more? Browse our glossary of marine active ingredients, the riches of the oceans carefully selected for their essential benefits. We combine them with cutting-edge dermocosmetic active ingredients to offer natural, effective cosmetic formulas suitable for all ages, for all skin problems. More than thirty marine active ingredients are now used in the formulation of our facial and body care ranges. Bio-assimilable and very rich in nutrients, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants, they are particularly beneficial for the skin.

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Alaria Esculenta

Alaria Esculenta, a brown seaweed known as "Atlantic wakame", has numerous cosmetic benefits thanks to its rich nutrient content. Its moisturising and regenerating properties make it a precious ingredient for skin care. It is particularly appreciated for its ability to strengthen the skin barrier, protect against external aggression and stimulate collagen production, helping to maintain the skin's elasticity and firmness. What's more, its antioxidant properties combat free radicals, helping to prevent the signs of premature ageing. Cosmetic products containing Alaria esculenta offer intense hydration and a revitalising effect, leaving the skin soft, luminous and rejuvenated.

Algogène [4]

A pioneering range, OCEAN LIFE boasts a high concentration of ALGOGÈNE[4], the most complete complex of patented anti-ageing marine active ingredients. The result of several years' research in our laboratories, ALGOGENE[4] draws its power from a subtle combination of 4 exceptional seaweeds that activate 35 youth genes for a complete anti-ageing solution that has an immediate and lasting effect on all the signs of ageing.

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Blue Phytoplankton : Phormidium Persicinum

Blue Phytoplankton, an exceptional marine microorganism, is increasingly used in cosmetics for its many benefits. Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, it provides deep hydration and revitalizes the skin. Its nourishing properties help strengthen the skin barrier, protecting the skin from external aggressions and dehydration. Blue Phytoplankton is also recognized for its regenerative and restorative abilities, promoting cell renewal and helping to reduce the signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. In addition, its powerful antioxidants neutralize free radicals, preventing premature aging and helping to maintain a radiant and even complexion. Cosmetic products containing Blue Phytoplankton offer a complete solution to hydrate, protect and rejuvenate the skin, leaving it soft, luminous and revitalized.

Blue Spirulina

Blue Spirulina, a micro-algae rich in phycocyanin, is widely appreciated in cosmetics for its exceptional benefits. Its richness in proteins, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants makes it a powerful ingredient to nourish and revitalize the skin. The antioxidant properties of Blue Spirulina help neutralize free radicals, preventing premature aging and protecting the skin from environmental aggressions. It is also recognized for its moisturizing, soothing and anti-inflammatory effects, making it ideal for sensitive, irritated or dehydrated skin. By stimulating the production of collagen, it improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Cosmetic products containing Blue Spirulina provide deep hydration, antioxidant protection and a revitalizing effect, leaving the skin soft, luminous and rejuvenated.

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Chlorella

Chlorella, a green microalga, is a highly beneficial cosmetic ingredient thanks to its exceptional nutritional properties. Rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals and amino acids, it provides intense hydration and promotes radiant skin. Its detoxifying properties help to purify the skin by eliminating impurities and stimulating cell renewal. Chlorella also has anti-inflammatory and restorative effects, making it an excellent choice for soothing irritation and reducing redness. Its ability to neutralise free radicals also helps fight the signs of ageing, leaving skin smoother, firmer and visibly younger-looking.

Chondrus Crispus

Chondrus Crispus, also known as Irish seaweed, is a precious ingredient in cosmetics thanks to its moisturising and nourishing properties. Rich in vitamins, minerals and trace elements, it helps maintain the skin's moisture balance, promoting a soft, smooth texture. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help to soothe irritation and protect the skin from external aggressors. By promoting cell regeneration, Chondrus Crispus also helps to improve the skin's elasticity and firmness, leaving the complexion radiant and revitalised. In short, this seaweed is a natural ally for healthy, radiant skin.

Codium Tomentosum

Codium Tomentosum, a green algae often referred to as 'sea moss', is renowned for its exceptional cosmetic benefits. Rich in minerals, vitamins and amino acids, it provides deep, long-lasting hydration, helping to keep skin soft and supple. Its emollient and soothing properties make it ideal for caring for sensitive and irritated skin, reducing redness and inflammation. Codium Tomentosum also has antioxidant properties that protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stress, helping to prevent premature ageing. Cosmetic products formulated with this algae offer optimum revitalisation and protection, leaving the skin glowing with health and vitality.

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Dictyopteris Membranacea

Dictyopteris Membranacea, a marine brown algae, is increasingly popular in cosmetics for its multiple benefits. Rich in essential fatty acids, sterols and polyphenols, it is particularly effective in nourishing and revitalizing the skin. This algae is known for its restructuring and firming properties, helping to improve the texture and elasticity of the skin. By stimulating the synthesis of skin lipids, Dictyopteris Membranacea strengthens the hydrolipidic barrier, providing increased protection against dehydration and external aggressions. In addition, its antioxidant compounds help neutralize free radicals, helping to prevent the signs of aging and maintain a radiant complexion. Cosmetic products incorporating this algae provide hydration, firmness and radiance, leaving the skin visibly younger and revitalized.

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Fucus Spiralis

Fucus Spiralis, a brown algae also called "spiral bladderwrack", is prized in cosmetics for its beneficial properties. Rich in alginates, minerals and vitamins, it provides intense hydration and helps maintain the skin's water balance. Its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties make it an excellent choice for calming sensitive and irritated skin. By stimulating blood circulation and promoting the elimination of toxins, Fucus spiralis helps revitalize the skin and improve its radiance. In addition, it has firming and toning effects, helping to combat sagging skin and maintain smoother and firmer skin.

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Kappaphycus Alvarezii

Kappaphycus Alvarezii, a red algae also known as carrageenan, is highly prized in cosmetics for its many benefits. Rich in polysaccharides, it provides intense and long-lasting hydration to the skin, helping to maintain its elasticity and suppleness. Its film-forming properties create a protective barrier on the skin, preventing dehydration and protecting against external aggressions. In addition, Kappaphycus Alvarezii has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, ideal for sensitive or irritated skin, reducing redness and irritation. Its active components also stimulate cell regeneration and tissue repair, contributing to smoother and firmer skin. Cosmetic products formulated with this algae provide deep hydration, enhanced protection and revitalization, leaving the skin soft, radiant and healthy.

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Laminaria Digitata

Laminaria digitata, a brown algae widely used in cosmetics, offers a range of benefits for the skin thanks to its nourishing and revitalizing properties. Rich in minerals, vitamins and trace elements, it helps to improve skin hydration and strengthen the skin's protective barrier. Its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties make it an ideal choice for calming irritation and reducing redness. In addition, Laminaria digitata has detoxifying effects, helping to eliminate impurities and revitalize the complexion. By stimulating blood circulation and promoting cell renewal, this algae also contributes to firmer, smoother and visibly radiant skin.

Laminaria Ochroleuca

Laminaria Ochroleuca, a marine brown algae, is a cosmetic ingredient with multiple benefits. It is rich in essential minerals, vitamins and polysaccharides, which contribute to deep and long-lasting hydration of the skin. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help protect the skin from environmental damage and soothe irritations. By stimulating microcirculation and promoting cellular metabolism, Laminaria Ochroleuca helps improve skin texture and reduce the signs of aging. It is also known for its firming effects, contributing to smoother and more toned skin.

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Marine Lichen

Marine Lichen, a unique symbiosis between an algae and a fungus, is appreciated in cosmetics for its exceptional properties. Rich in amino acids, polysaccharides, and antioxidants, it provides intense and long-lasting hydration to the skin. Its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties make it a valuable ally for sensitive and irritated skin, helping to reduce redness and calm irritation. Marine Lichen is also recognized for its ability to strengthen the skin barrier, protecting the skin against environmental aggressions and promoting its regeneration. In addition, its antioxidants help neutralize free radicals, helping to prevent premature aging and maintain a radiant complexion. By integrating Marine Lichen into cosmetic products, we obtain treatments that moisturize, protect and revitalize the skin, leaving it soft, soothed and radiant with health.

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Plankton Bacillus SP

Plankton Bacillus SP, a specific strain of marine bacteria, is an innovative ingredient in cosmetics, appreciated for its multiple benefits. Rich in proteins and bioactive peptides, it stimulates cell regeneration and strengthens the skin barrier. Its antioxidant properties help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, reducing the signs of aging. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory effects, soothing irritations and improving the overall balance of the skin. Thanks to its revitalizing and firming abilities, Plankton Bacillus SP contributes to firmer, smoother and healthier-looking skin.

Porphyridium Cruentum

Porphyridium Cruentum, a marine red algae, is a cosmetic ingredient particularly prized for its many benefits. Rich in polysaccharides, proteins and antioxidants, it helps to strengthen the skin barrier and improve.

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Seawater

Seawater is a precious ingredient in cosmetics due to its richness in minerals and trace elements, such as magnesium, calcium, potassium and zinc. These essential components help to hydrate and revitalize the skin, improving its natural mineral balance. Seawater also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, ideal for sensitive and irritation-prone skin. It helps to strengthen the skin barrier, thus protecting against external aggressions and promoting cell regeneration. In addition, its detoxifying effects help to purify the skin, eliminating impurities and toxins for a clearer and brighter complexion. Cosmetic products formulated with seawater provide intense hydration, enhanced protection and a lasting feeling of freshness and well-being for the skin.

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Tetraselmis Chui

Tetraselmis Chui, a green microalgae, is valued in cosmetics for its many benefits. It is rich in proteins, essential fatty acids and antioxidants, which help nourish and protect the skin. Thanks to its moisturizing properties, it helps maintain an optimal moisture balance, leaving the skin soft and supple. In addition, Tetraselmis Chui has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe irritation and reduce redness. Its richness in vitamins and minerals also promotes cell regeneration, contributing to a more radiant complexion and visibly revitalized skin.

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Ulva Lactuca

Ulva Lactuca, commonly known as sea lettuce, is a green algae with many benefits in cosmetics. Rich in vitamins A, C and E, as well as minerals such as calcium and magnesium, it provides intense hydration and promotes cell regeneration. Its antioxidant properties help protect the skin from free radicals, preventing premature aging. In addition, Ulva Lactuca has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, ideal for sensitive or irritated skin, reducing redness and irritation. Thanks to its ability to stimulate collagen production, it improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin, contributing to a smoother and more toned complexion. Cosmetic products incorporating Ulva lactuca provide long-lasting hydration, antioxidant protection and revitalization, leaving the skin soft, radiant and rejuvenated.

Undaria Pinnatifida

Undaria Pinnatifida, also known as wakame, is a brown seaweed with remarkable cosmetic properties. Rich in vitamins (especially A, C, E and K), minerals (such as calcium, magnesium and iron), and antioxidants, it provides deep and long-lasting hydration to the skin. Its antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals, preventing the signs of premature aging. Undaria Pinnatifida is also known for its ability to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, improving the elasticity and firmness of the skin. Its active compounds promote cell regeneration and tissue repair, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. In addition, this seaweed has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial for sensitive or irritated skin. Cosmetic products formulated with Undaria pinnatifida provide intense hydration, antioxidant protection and revitalization, leaving the skin smoother, firmer and radiant with health.