Gelidium Corneum
Gelidium is dominant species in much of the infralittoral rocky habitats of the North Atlantic.
Characterized by its high-quality agar content, for food and bacteriological used.
Agar is a mixture of polysaccharides used in the food industry as a gelling, thickening, clarifying and stabilizing agent.
It is also used in the laboratory as bacteriological agar.
Other uses are pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, food supplements, bioremediation, biofuels, biofertilizers, biostimulants, biomaterials.
Halopteris Scoparia
Halopteris scoparia is a brown marine macro alga naturally found along the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts.
It forms highly branched, bush-like fronds and is valued for its content of polyphenols, sulfated polysaccharides, fucoxanthin and minerals.
It is used as a Cosmetic ingredient for its antioxidant, moisturizing and soothing properties.
It is particularly suitable for anti-ageing, protective, after-sun and skin revitalizing formulations, helping to protect the skin against oxidative stress and environmental aggressors.
Ericaria Selaginoides
Ericaria Selaginoides, predominantly from the Atlantic, but also from the Mediterranean Sea.
The extract is a potent cosmetic ingredient that revitalizes the skin, providing a fresh and luminous appearance.
E. Selaginoides algae is a rich source of essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
E. Selaginoides has been shown to possess antioxidant properties, thus contributing to the protection of the skin against free radicals and premature aging.
It has bioactive components, such as polysaccharides and peptides.
Saccharina / Laminaria (kombu)
Also known as sugar kelp, Laminaria saccharina is a brown alga harvested for its multi-talented, revitalizing and re-mineralizing properties in cosmetics.
The extract is valued as a skin-protecting cosmetic ingredient, praised for its antioxidant and anti-ageing action on the skin.
Kombu is a rich source of carotenoids and polysaccharides, including a soothing beta-glucan that helps calm and hydrate compromised skin.
It also acts as a natural chelating agent, helping stabilize the texture, odour and consistency of a cosmetic formula over time
Undaria Pinnatifida (Wakame)
It grows attached to rocks or floating structures (such as mussel rafts in Galicia) in shallow coastal areas, ranging from the low-tide line to a depth of about 18 meters
This extract acts as a skin-conditioning and protective ingredient, offering hydrating, protective, and revitalizing benefits.
Wakame is particularly prized for fucoxanthin, a marine carotenoid pigment believed to help reduce pigmentation, resulting in a more luminous and even complexion.
It also contains alginic acid, fucans, and minerals such as iodine, calcium, magnesium, and iron, all of which contribute to a stronger, better-conditioned skin barrier.
Its bioactive compounds have been linked to antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-angiogenic properties, promoting skin firmness and a calm, revitalized appearance.
Chondrus Crispus
Chondrus Crispus, is a red seaweed found primarily along the rocky coasts of the North Atlantic.
This seaweed has an impressive nutritional profile with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, contributIng to a well-balanced diet.
It is also beneficial for skin and hair care. Rich in nutrients like vitamins A, C, E, and K.
Chondrus crispus is a source of carrageenan, which is commonly used as a thickener and stabilizer and processed foods.
Ascophyllum Nodosum
Ascophyllum nodosum, is a perennial brown algae. It reproduces between winter and spring. It is found in the lower mid-coastline in rocky areas.
In humans it helps balance thyroid levels, due to its iodine content.
Anti-inflammatory action and ability to strengthen the immune system.
In plants, it improves resistance to pests and increases absorption power. Use as biofertilizer
Used in skin and hair care products, cleaners, and nutritional supplements.
Source of iodine, vitamins and minerals for animal food.
Codium
Codium is a perennial green algae, found in rocks in the upper litoral, specially in the San Vicente de la Barquera area.
It is used in animal and human food. As well as in agriculture and cosmetics.
Codium is an important rich source of minerals such as iodine, iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, copper and zinc.
It also has vitamin A. It is low in carbohydrates and has a protein, fiber and antioxidant content similar to that of some cereals and seeds.
It has a high concentration of saturated fatty acids, among which oleic acid predominates.
Fucus Vesiculosus
Fucus vesiculosus is an algae, a weed abundant on the rocky coasts of the temperate and cold seas of the northern hemisphere.
It is rich in polysaccharides and other hydrating compounds that help soften and moisturize the skin.
Because of its high iodine content, it has been used to treat thyroid diseases.
Ulva
Ulva (sea lettuce) is a green, perennial algae. It is located in the supralittoral up to 10 m deep.
It is used in food, cosmetics and agriculture.
One of its main properties is the content of magnesium and vitamins, including vitamin A and vitamin E (both antioxidants); It also provides vitamin C.
It is very rich in calcium and iron.
In cosmetics it is used for its moisturizing properties.
In agriculture it is used as fertilizer.
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