Cystoseira abies-marina

The macroalga Cystoseira abies-marina belongs to the brown algae and is widespread in the Mediterranean, in the Macaronesian region and on the coast of Africa.

Due to its habitat, Cystoseira abies-marina is well adapted to quite harsh environments and has therefore developed defense mechanisms and substances that are well suited for the production of cosmetics. Among them are substances which are UV resistant, antioxidant and antimicrobial.

The macroalga Cystoseira abies-marina, due to its seasonality, is usually abundantly available from March to July.

This product is available in the form of Cystoseira abies-marina whole dried alga.

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Typical applications in the cosmetics industry:

Cystoseira abies-marina has antimicrobial properties and can be used as a supplement in cosmetic products.

It also acts as an antioxidant and protects the skin from free radicals, respectively, from external influences.