How to Tackle Textured Skin

Written by OSEA Staff | Updated April 9, 2025

We all crave smooth, even-toned skin. However, skin naturally has surface texture due to genetics and other influences beyond our control¹. Keep reading for a better understanding of common types of skin texture, how to distinguish between normal variations and specific textured skin concerns, and how to achieve smoother-looking skin using our face and body care products.

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What Is Textured Skin (And Why Do We Naturally Have It)?

Textured skin is a catch-all term for places where face and body skin have lines, bumps, rough patches, pits and pockmarks. Several factors can contribute to skin texture, and understanding the root cause is the first step to treating it effectively.

Aging Process

Age contributes to the appearance of texture due to a slowdown in skin regeneration. Regeneration is the natural shedding of dead skin cells in the epidermis (the skin's top layer) to reveal fresh new skin beneath². As we age, this renewal process slows down, leading to a buildup of dead skin cells that enhances dullness, lines, and other visible signs of aging.

Sun Exposure

Exposure to UV rays can lead to photoaging³, which refers to DNA damage deep in the dermis that eventually appears on the skin's surface. Over time, this contributes to an uneven skin tone and rougher texture.

Specific Skin Concerns

Visible texture may also be linked to underlying skin concerns such as dryness, pore congestion or excess oil. Blemish-prone skin, in particular, can appear bumpy due to sebum buildup and clogged pores.

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How to Get Rid of Textured Skin

A gentle, consistent skincare routine can help smooth out uneven skin texture on both the face and body. Below is a guide on how to incorporate nutrient-rich OSEA products into your routine to support a more radiant glow.

Cleanse

Start with our gentle Ocean Cleanser, powered by lactic acid to exfoliate and unclog pores while maintaining hydration. The mineral-rich formula leaves skin feeling softer and looking smoother without stripping moisture.

Exfoliate

For lasting results, use Seaglow Resurfacing Scrub 2–3 times weekly. This dual chemical and physical exfoliant gently buffs away dry patches and reduces the look of pores for smoother skin.

If you prefer a non-abrasive option, try Seaglow Overnight Serum AHA Treatment. With lactic, malic, tartaric and citric acids, this powerhouse serum promotes gentle skin turnover while seaweed and Shiunko oil support the skin barrier and hydration.

For the body, use Undaria Cleansing Body Polish, a gel-to-milk formula that combines physical and chemical exfoliation to promote cell turnover and visibly improve skin texture. Also try Salts of the Earth Body Scrub, which blends mineral salts with shea butter to exfoliate and leave skin soft and moisturized.

Use a Bio-Retinol Product

Include Dream Night Cream in your nighttime routine. This ultra-hydrating cream features algae-derived bio-retinol to visibly improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without irritation.

Seal in Moisture

After showering, lock in hydration with Undaria Algae™ Body Butter. Packed with ultra-moisturizing shea butter and ceramides, this rich formula reduces the appearance of wrinkles and rough patches, leaving skin nourished and glowing.

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Ready to Improve the Look of Textured Skin?

You might not be able to avoid every factor that contributes to uneven skin texture, but with the right products and a consistent routine, you can smooth the appearance of textured areas and reveal your healthiest-looking skin.

Sources

¹Corpuz, K. (August 22, 2024). How to Improve Skin Texture, According to Derms. Real Simple. Retrieved January 9, 2025, from https://www.realsimple.com/beauty/skincare/skin-texture

²Walters, M. (February 11, 2022). Boost Your Skin’s Regeneration Process for a Glowing, Vibrant Complexion. Healthline. Retrieved January 9, 2025, from https://www.healthline.com/health/skin-regeneration

³Brannon, H. (January 10, 2024). Photoaging: Causes, Treatment, Prevention. Verywell Health. Retrieved January 9, 2025, from https://www.verywellhealth.com/photoaging-1068941