A marine concentrate for care and well-being

Thanks to its high concentration of marine elements, powdered fucus is a key ingredient in skin care, hair care, and remineralizing treatments. It is also used in specialized plant-based cuisine or as an additive in natural dietary preparations.

Description

Olive-brown powder with a strong marine odor. Fine to medium texture. For external or internal use, depending on the preparation. Stored in an airtight, opaque jar.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Kelp, black seaweed, fucus
• Latin name: Fucus ssp (including Fucus vesiculosus , Fucus serratus )
• Family: Fucaceae
• Part used: Thallus (whole algae)
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Atlantic coasts, English Channel, North Sea
• English name: Bladderwrack powder
• German name: Blasentangpulver
• Name in Spanish: Fucus powder
• Name in Italian: Polvere di fucus
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق طحلب الفوكوس

Main virtues

A natural source of iodine and trace elements, powdered fucus is used to stimulate the body in marine traditions. It is highly valued in natural cosmetics for remineralizing and toning the skin. For internal use, it is incorporated into wellness formulations or specific treatments.

Main constituents

Iodine, mucilages, alginates, fucoidan, mannitol, polyphenols, trace elements (zinc, iron, calcium, potassium).

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 teaspoon per cup, to infuse or decoct as needed, moderate use recommended.
• Mask or wrap: Mix the powder with hot water or clay until you obtain a paste, to be applied locally.
• Bath: 2 to 3 tablespoons in a hot bath for body remineralization.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Do not consume without medical advice in case of thyroid pathology or iodine treatment.
• Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women without professional advice.
• Follow the recommended dosages. Occasional use recommended.

History and origin

Bladderwrack has historically been used as a marine resource in European traditions along the Atlantic coast. Long used to enrich soils and feed livestock, it became established in traditional pharmacopoeia in the 19th century for its benefits for vitality and skin. It remains an essential ingredient in marine cures today.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: opaque pot, lined kraft bag or airtight metal box.
• Storage: dry, at room temperature, away from light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months after opening.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• IFREMER – French Research Institute for the Exploitation of the Sea
• Coastal phytotherapeutic data – Algae France Network

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