Redness relief revolution: Meet OCEAN ACTIVES C+, the award-winning ingredient for sensitive skin care

Published: 11-Nov-2024

As more consumers seek solutions for redness-prone skin, the demand for effective, gentle ingredients is soaring. From environmental stressors to common irritants like acne and rosacea, sensitive skin needs relief

Enter OCEAN ACTIVES® C+, an innovative seaweed-derived bioactive awarded the 2024 Pure Beauty Award for Best New Ingredient - a testament to its excellence in reducing redness and calming irritation.

A Closer Look at the Science

OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ has undergone extensive clinical testing, delivering impressive results. In a 14-day Princeton Consumer Labs study, 25 volunteers tested a cream with 1% OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ under various irritant conditions.

Key results include:

  • 96% Reduction in Chemical-Induced Redness (SLS): After 14 days of using a cream containing just 1% OCEAN ACTIVES® C+, participants saw a dramatic 96% reduction in redness, even under chemical irritant exposure.
  • 92% Reduction in UV-Induced Redness: OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ also showed significant protection, reducing UV-induced redness by 92%.
  • 2.5x Faster Redness Relief: Speed matters in redness relief, especially for those suffering from conditions like rosacea or acne. OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ accelerates redness relief 2.5 times faster than untreated skin.

These results highlight OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ as a next-generation solution for rapid and visible relief from redness.

Addressing a Growing Need for Gentle Redness Relief

Ingredients like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), are found in over 90% of personal care products. This is a major challenge as it can cause redness in up to 60% of users.

OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ offers a gentle, effective alternative, reducing redness quickly and countering these effects.

Sustainability: Meeting the Demand for Eco-Conscious Ingredients

OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ is sourced from regenerative seaweed farms and extracted utilising proprietary water-based, green technology. Driven by a mission for sustainability, OCEANIUM is committed to achieving zero waste, and carbon neutrality, and actively supports six UN Sustainable Development Goals.

This eco-conscious ingredient offers brands an opportunity to meet both efficacy and environmental standards, perfectly aligning with consumer demand for responsible, nature-based solutions.

Broad Applications for Sensitive Skin Formulations

With its high efficacy and sustainability credentials, OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ is perfect for a variety of product applications across skincare categories.

  • Daily Sensitive Skin Care: This bioactive ingredient provides powerful redness-relief, making it ideal for creams, moisturisers, and face masks designed to soothe and protect sensitive skin.
  • Acne and Rosacea Treatments: Its gentle, non-irritating nature makes it a standout addition to formulations targeting acne-prone or rosacea-affected skin, where reducing redness is essential.
  • After-Sun Care: OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ provides soothing relief, helping calm redness from UV exposure.

Capturing Market Opportunities in the Sensitive Skin Segment

With the sensitive skincare market expected to reach $80.7 billion by 2030, OCEAN ACTIVES® C+ empowers brands to address this high-demand segment. Its clinically validated efficacy, coupled with sustainable sourcing, offers a competitive advantage for brands aiming to provide redness relief with integrity.

Experience the Award-Winning Power of OCEAN ACTIVES® C+: Request a sample today and see how this groundbreaking ingredient can elevate your skincare formulations.

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