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Naomi Jamieson

Is algae good for your skin? A deep dive into the world of algae skincare and the hydrating benefits

A close up of a green face mask, to represent algae skincare, smeared on a white background/ in a olive-green textured template with pink gradients.

Offering unparalleled nutrients and hydration, algae skincare is the gift that keeps on giving and in case you're unacquainted, we've quizzed the experts on what exactly the aquatic ingredients are and the many benefits they boast...

Ever wondered what lies beneath the ocean's vast depths? Answer: skin-loving, vitamin-packed algae, the likes of which you can probably find in many of your best moisturisers - and could give even the best hyaluronic acid serums a run for their money in the hydration department. And while the term 'algae' might now have you envisaging rubbing a pulverised dollop of green, salty seaweed onto your face, we can assure you it's nothing of the sort - and actually encapsulates many multifaceted skin-loving ingredients.

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