Body Care

What are body care products, and why should you use them?

Body skin can appear thick and rough in some areas, including the elbows, hands, knees and feet. It can also get dry, rough and irritated in dry climates and after shaving.

Think of body care products as facial skincare for areas below the neck. Vegan body oils, bath soaks, body butter, clean body lotions, scrubs and moisturizers help your skin look soft, hydrated and smooth all over. Using body care products regularly can help improve the appearance of skin texture and reduce the visible signs of premature aging. Plus, applying these formulas is a way to show yourself some love by introducing self-care into your daily rituals.

What's the difference between body care products and skincare products?

Skincare formulated for the face and neck typically contains lower concentrations of potent ingredients, which reduces the risk of irritation to the delicate, thin and sensitive skin.

Body skin is not as thin and delicate as facial skin, which means it can often tolerate higher concentrations of active ingredients and the thickness of different formulas. For this reason, body care products include richer moisturizers and more intense exfoliants. Body care strikes a balance between containing enough actives to be effective and being gentle enough for everyday use.

What's the ideal daily routine for using body care products?

Layering from the thinnest product to the thickest.

1. 1. Cleanse
   Shower with a gentle product, such as the Undaria™ Algae Body Wash, suitable for daily use on all skin types. The seaweed-boosted, pH-balanced formula contains aloe and glycerin to provide hydration while supporting the skin's moisture barrier.
2. 2. Exfoliate
   Exfoliating a few times a week with a clean body scrub helps reduce roughness. Try the Salts of the Earth Body Scrub, which contains mineral-rich salts and nourishing wild Gigartina seaweed, or the Undaria Cleansing Body Polish, which promotes cell turnover through physical and AHA exfoliation.
3. 3. Moisturize
   Lock in moisture while your skin is damp for enhanced results. You can use an algae body oil, such as the Undaria Algae™ Body Oil. It provides deep hydration and improves the look of skin elasticity.

Can OSEA body care products soothe sensitive or dry skin?

Yes. We choose naturally derived ingredients for their safety and efficacy. Our formulas include nourishing ingredients like seaweed, plant oils, and mineral-rich botanicals that help hydrate without irritation. We avoid irritants such as synthetic fragrances, parabens, and sulfates, making our products gentle enough for most skin types. Learn more about our ingredients.

Undaria Algae™ Body Butter, containing Undaria seaweed, whipped shea butter and ceramides, provides up to 72 hours* of hydration. If you're dealing with severe dryness and the visible signs of aging, you'll love the Anti-Aging Body Balm. Passion fruit, coconut, acai and babassu oils help soften the appearance of the skin. Meanwhile, Alaria seaweed improves the look of elasticity.

*Based on a third-party clinical and consumer perception study conducted on 32 women.

Which OSEA Body Care products are recommended for exfoliation?

All of our clean body scrubs and exfoliators help remove dead skin cells, improve the appearance of texture and prep the skin to better absorb moisturizers and body oils.

Our Salts of the Earth Body Scrub is ideal for a more intense physical exfoliation—it's packed with mineral-rich sea salts from around the world, plus nourishing shea butter. It smooths out rough patches while leaving the skin feeling soft and moisturized.

The microbiome-friendly Undaria Cleansing Body Polish features pumice for physical exfoliation, which buffs away dead skin cells, and kiwi AHA-infused rice microparticles, a chemical and physical exfoliant that leaves the skin feeling soft.

How frequently should you apply OSEA body care moisturizers for the best results?

All skincare works best through consistency, so use our body moisturizers daily for optimal results. We recommend applying after showering, allowing for adequate hydration.

If your skin is dry or you're in a colder or drier climate, we recommend applying a body moisturizer in the morning and at night (instead of only once a day). If you want to layer your body care, we recommend layering from the thinnest to thickest formulas, depending on your needs, and finish with an algae body oil to seal in moisture and boost your glow.