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Ocean Pure
Ocean Pure products are derived from natural seawater avoiding the use of chemicals, solvents or preservatives. They aim to bring you the natural health benefits of the sea in environmentally friendly forms.
The mild astringent properties of seawater cleanse the skin naturally and gently. Research studies show that ingredients in sea water have beneficial effects on the skin. SODIUM – inhibits transepidermal water loss, skin barrier disruption and stratum corneum dryness and dermatitis. POTASSIUM – similar benefits to Sodium. Some studies have shown Potassium to help with Psoriasis. MAGNESIUM – Benefits in Psoriasis treatment. SELENIUM & STRONTIUM – Antiinflammatory properties. ( Ref: Lee, I. Maiback,H.I. University School of Medicine, San Francisco)
Importantly seawater is also known to provide positive skin remineralisation and conditioning. Seawater has been shown to significantly inhibit the increase in transepidermal water loss. This effect may be attributed to skin barrier preservation by Sodium Chloride and Potassium Chloride and an emollient effect by Sodium Chloride.
During this study dermatologists at the University of California used seawater to treat dermatitis caused by Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (A common component in wipes, soap products and shampoos.) Within a few days of birth babies form an ‘acid mantle’ whereby their skin is protected by a drop in pH to around 4.95.
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