Scientific name: Fucus vesiculosus
Origin: herbal
Family: Fucaceae
Category: Brown algae
Bladder wrack has a variety of uses, such as in pet food, as an additive in food, in the cosmetics industry, as a fertiliser, in food processing and in industrial production. Bladder wrack is harvested exclusively from wild stocks.
In addition to up to 0.1 to 0.5 % iodine, bladderwrack also contains bromine, beta-carotene, alginic acid, antibiotic polyphenols, xanthophylls (fucoxanthin), polysaccharides and plant mucilages. In addition, it contains a high amount of minerals and trace elements. However, like all algae, bladderwrack also accumulates arsenic and heavy metals such as lead and cadmium, which can be detectable in processed products.
FUCUS VESICULOSUS EXTRACT - Extract of the plant
FUCUS VESICULOSUS POWDER - Powder of the plant
Bladderwrack, also known as Fucus Vesiculosus or seaweed, is widely used in the cosmetics industry due to its high mineral and antioxidant content. It can be included in various skin care products such as creams, serums and masks to moisturise the skin and give it a healthier appearance. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is also suitable for treating acne. In addition, Fucus Vesiculosus contains alginic acid, which can strengthen the hair and give it a shiny effect.
Fucus Vesiculosus, also known as bladderwrack, is a brown algae species native to the cool waters along the North Atlantic coast as well as in the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. The alga grows in the intertidal zone and can be attached to rocks as well as floating objects such as ships and buoys.
To obtain Fucus Vesiculosus, the alga is harvested from the sea and then dried and processed. The dried alga is used either as a whole or in the form of extracts or oils in cosmetic products. Some manufacturers rely on biotechnological processes to cultivate and harvest Fucus Vesiculosus, which can contribute to more sustainable extraction.
