OSEA Undaria Algae Body Polish

OSEA Undaria Algae Body Polish

Review

Does OSEA Undaria Algae Body Polish work?

OSEA Undaria Algae Body Polish is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
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3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
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0.3
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Water
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Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
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Sorbitan Olivate
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Pumice
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Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
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Litchi Chinensis Seed Powder
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Glycerin
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Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
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Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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Gigartina Stellata/Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
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Corallina Officinalis Extract
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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Caprylhydroxamic Acid
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Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
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Propanediol
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
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Xanthan Gum
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Citric Acid
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Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
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Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
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Sodium Benzoate
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Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed OilDerived from the seeds of the famous Hawaiian kukui nut tree, this oil is a great emollient and occlusive moisturizer that is rich in fatty acids.
Sorbitan Olivate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OlivateAn ester of sorbitol (a type of sugar alcohol) and olive oil fatty acids. It is used as an emulsifying agent to stabilize oil droplets in water (or vice versa).
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %4
Function
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Pumice
Est. %3
Function
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PumiceA volcanic rock that exfoliates the skin.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %2.5
Function
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Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Est. %2
Function
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Cannabis Sativa Seed OilAlso known as hemp seed oil, an occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil derived from the seeds of industrial hemp. It has nothing to do with full-spectrum CBD or THC. It contains unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant phytosterols, phytol, and vitamin E.
Litchi Chinensis Seed Powder
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Litchi Chinensis Seed Powder
Glycerin
Est. %1.3
Function
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Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Est. %1
Function
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Hydroxypropyl Starch PhosphateA naturally-derived thickening agent that dissolves in water.
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Undaria Pinnatifida ExtractAn extract of Wakame, an edible seaweed from Asian countries. It contains a moisturizing and thickening agal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Gigartina Stellata/Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gigartina Stellata/Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Corallina Officinalis ExtractAn extract from red marine alga, Corallina officinalis is used in skincare for its antioxidant properties. It also contains an immense amount of calcium and special, sulfur-containing polysaccharides.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylhydroxamic AcidA chelating agent used alongside preservatives in order to boost their antimicrobial activity.
Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
Est. %0.3
Function
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Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
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PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Est. %0.3
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
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Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) OilAn essential oil distilled from peppermint leaves that is used as a fragrance and for its cooling effect on the skin. It contains up to 50% of menthol, which interacts with heat-sensitive nerve endings upon application to the skin, producing a cold sensation.
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus OilAn essential oil with a fresh, minty, and lemony scent. It is obtained from the West Indian lemongrass, also known as camel grass, and some studies suggest that it has an antibacterial effect.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.