Nature provides man with everything he needs for a healthy and long life. You just need to use these gifts and know the methods of application. Everything that grows on trees, bushes and in the garden is a valuable source of all vitamins and trace elements necessary for life. There are useful plants in the sea.
Seaweeds have become very popular due to their beneficial properties. Seaweeds contain a lot of useful substances, thanks to which they are used in food, and are also used in cosmetology and medicine. How is seaweed used?
Seaweed. Useful properties of seaweed
Algae are photosynthetic organisms that live on the seabed. Eating seaweed replenishes the stores of such substances:
- Vitamins – vitamin A, vitamins of group B, C, D, K, PP, folic acid.
- Lipids with polyunsaturated fatty acids.
- Carotenoids.
- Polysaccharides – pectins, sulfated galactans, fucoidans, lignins, alginic acid, glucans.
- Macro and micronutrients – iodine, the concentration of which is 800-1000 mg/kg.
- Chlorophyll derivatives.
- Phenolic compounds and plant enzymes.
- Sterols of plant origin.
Seaweed has anti-carcinogenic properties. Alginic acid salts protect against the harmful effects of radiation.
Seaweed has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties due to immunocorrection. Algae affect the activity of T-lymphocytes and macrophages, play a role in the synthesis of immunoglobulins A. Therefore, the use of seaweed prevents the development of chronic diseases of the respiratory and genitourinary system, in which the mucous membrane is damaged.
The use of algae in cosmetology
Seaweed is used in cosmetology due to the following properties:
- Help restore the skin after damage.
- The use of algae improves the appearance and structure of hair and nails.
- Algae has a rejuvenating effect on the skin.
- The use of algae provides nourishment and care for all skin types.
- Algae has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.
Mostly for cosmetic purposes, seaweed is harvested in Southeast Asia.
In cosmetology I use blue, green, red and brown algae.
Green algae. These algae contain antioxidants and iron. Green algae have a beneficial effect on microcirculation and metabolic processes in tissues. Representatives of green algae, which are used for soft peels, masks and body wraps, are Kodium, Sea Hair, Sea Salad.
Blue algae. These algae are famous for their tonic, firming and tightening effect on the skin. Blue algae are rich in beta-carotene, B vitamins and amino acids. The most popular and well-known representative of blue algae is Spirulina, which is part of home cosmetics and salon products.
Red algae. These algae contain many vitamins and provitamins. Used in cosmetology for softening, nourishing and moisturizing skin. Among them, the most commonly used Palmaria and Krondus Crispus. They are used in the manufacture of soaps, shampoos, face masks, shower and body gels.
Brown algae. This type of algae is rich in vitamins and minerals. Therefore, they are used in cosmetology for moisturizing, nourishing and detoxifying the skin. Among them, the most famous types of – Laminaria, Brown Seaweed and Fucus.
Preparation of seaweed for cosmetic use
Seaweed extracts. These are liquid products that are obtained after water-alcohol infusion.
Seaweed extracts – are a liquid agent on a water or oil basis. The extract is obtained using the steam distillation method. Most lines of cosmetics contain seaweed extract, because they are rich in nutrients and can be easily preserved.
Natural biomass is crushed or whole algae. It is prepared from frozen or fresh raw materials. This type of seaweed is often used in salon conditions. Seaweed wrap – the most popular spa treatment.
Algae tend to swell when ingested. Therefore, they are used to lose weight, as well as in obstetrics. So, getting into the stomach, the volume of algae increases and the appetite disappears. In obstetrics, algae are used in the prenatal period for the fastest maturation of the cervix in situations where this is required. The algae in the cervical canal swell, thereby opening the cervical canal painlessly and smoothly, while also softening the tissues.
The use of seaweed has given many opportunities for maintaining the beauty and health of the whole organism.
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