Seaweed information, properties and uses. Seaweed can be used to create your own spa and skin care treatments. We show you how...

Seaweed

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Seaweed Benefits

Seaweed products have long been used by humans for food and healing. They are becoming increasingly popular for use as Spa and Thalassotherapy products. “Thalassa” is Greek for "sea" and lends its name to this unique method of preventative and curative treatment which uses the renowned therapeutic virtues of seawater and seaweed to oxygenate, tone, moisturise and revitalise the body and the skin.

Scientists report that Seaweeds are rich in vitamins A1, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, E, K, pantothenic acid, folic acid, and niacin. They are an important supply of 60 trace elements and an excellent source of over 12 minerals, especially sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and manganese. In fact, Seaweeds contain much larger concentrations of what is present in seawater, and in a form, which can easily be assimilated. The potassium-sodium content of sea vegetables is usually quite close to that occurring naturally in the human body. Many marine algae are a source of vitamin B12, which is rarely found in land vegetables.

The low occurrence of goitre (a malfunction of the thyroid gland) in coastal regions where seaweed is traditionally consumed is often attributed to their iodine content. Alginic acid is an important constituent of the cell wall of brown seaweeds and it is mainly responsible for their tensile strength and elasticity, essential for survival in turbulent seawater. It acts as a natural cleanser for the intestines.

Studies undertaken in the Gastro-Intestinal research Laboratory of McGill University (Montreal) indicate that it can assist with the removal of toxins from body tissue by binding with them to form insoluble salts which are then eliminated naturally.

The positive effects of seaweed products are significant. Aromantic stocks a range of Seaweed raw materials and products for spa treatments that contain Lithothamnium calcareum and Laminaria digitata for external use on the skin. Sourced directly from small producers on the west coast of Ireland, the carefully processed product does not contain any chemical additives or preservatives.

The bio-complex of finely ground Lithothamnium and Laminaria Seaweed together with Sea Salt revitalises the metabolism, breaks down cellulite deposits and disperses local fatty cells to improve the body's general health and appearance. Metabolic slag, harmful acids and toxins are being naturally discharged from the connective tissue. The special combination of minerals relieves muscular spasm and increases the circulation - leaving your skin soft and glowing.

Lithothamnium calcareum

The finely ground, calcified seaweed is distinguished by high absorbency into the body. It is rich in calcium and magnesium, but also contains significant levels of other minerals and trace elements like phosphorous, potassium, manganese, boron, iodine, zinc, copper, selenium and cobalt. These minerals restore tone and vitality to the body, whilst helping to cleanse and detoxify.

Laminaria digitata

The more traditional green seaweed is also rich in essential energizing minerals and trace elements. It contains amino acids and vitamin A, E, C and B. It helps to stimulate the production of collagen in the body and because of its purging, draining, metabolism accelerating and re mineralising properties, it is favourably used in Thalasso treatments. It strengthens the immune system, increases vitality and protects against damage from free radicals.

Iodine

The concentration of iodine is high in seaweed and it is responsible for the synthesis of thyroid gland hormones. Oxygen absorption of the cells and fat- and carbohydrate-metabolism is stimulated. (Caution with hyper thyroidism and iodine allergy.)

Sea Salt

Sea Salt releases the toxic agents from tissue, improves the blood circulation and regulates the pH value of the tissue. Metabolic slag, harmful acids, urea and albumen are being discharged naturally - leaving the skin and body free to regenerate. Sea Salt helps to strengthen the resistance of the skin, whilst maintaining the delicate water balance and additionally acts as an antiseptic.

NB: For information about how to use Seaweed Body Wraps please click here

Tone-Restoring Seaweed for Breasts and Neckline

Thanks to the amino acids released from the Seaweed Body Wrap, it is both toning and strengthening. It remineralises the tissue and helps to minimise the signs of premature aging on the neck and upper chest.

Mix 1-2 Spoonfuls of the Seaweed Body Wrap powder with hot water to a creamy consistency. Apply to area and cover with plastic wrap, then cover with heated blanket and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water, finish with a light massage with a Massage Oil.

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Seaweed Face Mask

The positive effects of our Seaweed Face Mask are immediately noticeable. The bio-complex of finely ground Lithothamnium calcareum and Laminaria digitata Seaweed revitalises the metabolism and helps to rejuvenate the skin. The special combination of minerals increases circulation, leaving the skin soft and glowing.

Effects of Seaweed Face Mask...

Stimulates metabolism
Helps regenerate skin cells
Prevents skin irritations
Eases acne
Has anti-irritating effect
Relieves itching
Increases circulation
Leaves skin soft and glowing

Method for Seaweed Face Mask

1. Cleanse face well.
2. Prepare a paste using 2-5 tsps. (13-15gr) of Seaweed Face Mask with approximately 20ml of hot water.
3. Mix to a smooth paste.
4. Cover face and neck area with a thick layer of seaweed paste.
5. Leave for 20-30 minutes until dry.
6. Rinse off with warm water, finish of with a Moisturiser.

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How to use Aromantic’s Beauty Face Mask & Body Wrap...

Our Beauty Face Mask and Body Wrap is fragrance-free, white and is made up from a combination of natural seaweed. This unique formulation with its exceptional properties creates a new easy Peel-off Seaweed mask, which improves skin texture, leaving it soft, refreshed and glowing.

Beauty Face Mask

1. Blend 25g of powder with 75ml of lukewarm water for approximately 1 minute until a soft paste has been created.
2. Apply the Mask immediately in a thick layer on cleansed skin, avoiding the eye area and close to the hairline. Work fast and try not to lay the Mask in more than one layer on the skin.
3. Let the Mask work for at least 10 minutes (the Mask dries after approx. 6 minutes).
4. Peel off the Mask by loosening it around the edges and carefully peeling it away. It loosens easily. 
5. Rub away any left over edges and rinse off the face. 
6. Afterwards, apply a Skin Toner, followed by Cream or Facial Oil.

Beauty Body Wrap

You need to have two people when making a Body Wrap.  A Body Wrap is done in different stages on the body.  This mix is enough for half the front and back of the body.  It is suitable to wrap one side at a time, this means you need to make 2-3 mixes to cover half the body.

Method:

1. Blend 100g of powder with 300ml of lukewarm water (18-20°C).
   
2. Blend thoroughly for 1 minute till a soft paste is created.
3. Apply the Body Wrap straight onto cleansed skin in a thick layer. Work fast.  A spatula will help you spread the Wrap more easily. 
   
4. Make another mix and continue until the part of the body is covered.
   
5. Let the Body Wrap work for 15 minutes (it dries after 6 minutes).
6. Loosen off the edges and carefully peel off the Wrap. It slips easily away.
7. Rub away the left over edges and carefully remove them.
8. Rinse off and apply your normal skin care product such as a Body Lotion or Cream.

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Carrageen Seaweed INCI: Carrageenan

Carrageen Seaweed has been used by people living by the coast around the North Atlantic for many years. In Ireland it is known as Irish Moss and is used as food for humans and animals. Most of the moss is harvested by rakes from small boats. The rakes may be operated by hand only or drawn after a boat. The wet moss is brought to drying plants operated by the Carrageen manufacturers and dried to less than 20% humidity to preserve the quality of the Seaweed and facilitate transportation to the extraction plants.

Carrageen Seaweed is a polysaccharide when combined with water, form viscous compounds producing a variety of runny to more solid Gels. It can be used externally for infections and inflammations and internally in the mouth, throat, stomach and digestive tract where it coats the skin or mucous membranes with a protective film or barrier against mechanical or chemical damage. It relieves pain, is cooling and emollient (softening). It is easily dissolved in water.

It contains a wide range of minerals, vitamins and trace elements. It is a low calorie food. Much of the carbohydrate content is not actually absorbed by the human digestive system but passes through as fibre. Hence it is also a good source of roughage.

Carrageen Seaweed Bath

Dried Carrageen is good for Baths and Gels as it contains natural polysaccharides, which create viscous compounds. It can also be used in liquid soaps and shower gels to make your products softer and more gentle on the skin instead of salt. In a bath its softening and protective properties make it ideal for skin irritations and itchiness. Use 15-20g for a Whole Body Bath. Simply boil it for 15-20 minutes and add it to the bath water.

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