Hyaluronic acid (HA) is one of the most recognised skincare ingredients. It hydrates the skin by binding water, leaving it plump and dewy. But it is only one-dimensional — all it does is hold water.
Algica®, a silica derived from marine algae, does that and more. It hydrates like HA, but also cleanses, protects, and boosts other ingredients, which is why I chose it as one of the marine actives for my Oceanic Day Cream.
HA is effective, but Algica® offers more: hydration plus cleansing, protection, and boosting other actives. And it is created in a process that helps the planet. It’s the next step in multifunctional, sustainable skincare.
| Aspect | Hyaluronic Acid | Algica® (Silica from algae) |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Industrial fermentation of plant sugars | Marine algae grown in Sweden with carbon-absorbing, water-cleaning methods |
| Skin Benefits | Hydration and plumping | Hydration, cleansing, anti-pollution, SPF boosting, carrier for actives |
| Sustainability | Relies on crop farming | Reduces global warming and eutrophication; multifunctional |
Five simple truths about what you need and perhaps what you don’t when it comes to skincare for women in mid-life
Finally a sustainable facial system that harmonises certified organic ingredients, clinically proven bio-active marine, and sustainable packaging and ingredients.
