BODY & SOUL Ocean promises

Body & SOUL

You don’t have to be a wild swimmer to reap the benefits of the sea this summer. By Camilla Hewitt

1SKIN DEEP Marine organisms, kelp and algae living in extreme ocean environments developed survival properties to protect themselves against UV radiation, pollution and physical damage. Sounds compelling? One Ocean Beauty responsibly sources 1 marine ingredients for its skincare formulas, and its Ultra Hydrating Algae Oil is rich in Omega-9 Oleic acid, which works to repair the skin’s natural barrier and reduce UV damage. £59, netaporter.com

2SUPPLEMENT WITH SEAWEED Eighty per cent of seaweed is made up of essential minerals, vitamins and other bioactive compounds. It’s also known for its high iodine content, which helps regulate hormone production by balancing thyroid activity, which can result in better sleep and digestion, and more energy. Seaweed additionally supports the maintenance of healthy skin and is one of the few plant sources of vitamin B12, a key nutrient to support blood and nerve cells. Organic brand Voya has includes seaweed’s beneficial properties in its supplement range Sea Ór. From £35, voya.ie

3BATHE IN THE BENEFITS Seed to Skin combines raw ingredients with advanced molecular science (all its skincare is made in the brand’s state-of-the-art laboratory at Borgo Santo Pietro, Tuscany). Rich in magnesium, minerals and fatty acids, The Retreat bath salt is formulated with raw Sicilian sea salt and marine algae to nourish and detoxify your skin. £75, liberty.com

4ON THE SEA SHORE We have an abundance of edible marine plants in the UK that can contribute hugely to our intake of essential minerals. Emily Scott, author of Sea & Shore (Hardie Grant, £26) tells us, ‘As the earth around me slowly wakes from the long Cornish winter, sea herbs appear, familiar and comforting. My favourites are sea purslane, rock samphire and sea beets – beautiful, delicious and rich in vitamins and minerals.’

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