Cladosiphon Okamuranus

Cladosiphon Okamuranus at a Glance

• Type of brown algae also known as mozuku
• Long used in traditional Japanese medicine
• Has a soothing effect on skin
• Key calming component is a polysaccharide called fucoidan

Cladosiphon Okamuranus Description

is a type of brown algae, primarily harvested off the waters of Okinawa, Japan. It is an edible seaweed also called mozuku. In addition to being a food source, it has long been used in traditional medicine to tackle a variety of internal and external ailments.

has a soothing effect. The key to this calming ability is a polysaccharide found within the algae called fucoidan, which helps inhibit factors that can lead to skin irritation.

in leave-on skin care products is between 0.025-0.05%.

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