Marinova has highlighted the cosmetic potential of fucoidan’s anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties in addressing chronic skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis.
Sargassum fusiforme (S. fusiforme), or hijiki, could be applied in cosmetic products as a melanogenesis-inducer to tackle hypopigmentation disorders and improve hair greying, say South Korean researchers.
Upcycled seaweed could soon be available as an emulsifier in the Asian beauty and personal care market, with one firm keen to tap into clean beauty interest ‘as fast as possible’.