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Sea salt
INCI Name: Maris Sal
Sea salt is a salt obtained by evaporation of seawater, an edible ingredient in crystalline form or concentrated 30% solution. The crystalline form of fine sea salt powder dispensed in oils is used as a mechanical exfoliator that polishes dead, pigmented, and dull cells from the skin surface. After exfoliation, those crystals can be easily washed out from the surface thanks to the high solubility of the salt in water.
Maris Sal leaves several beneficial actions on the skin in water-based formulations and bath products, including soothing, antiseptic, toning, remineralizing, mattifying, and radiance-promoting effects. The main component of sea salt is sodium chloride (table salt); still, it is rich in micronutrients and essential elements like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron that nourish the skin getting involved in multiple physiological processes. It eliminates bacteria from the skin surface and impurities from deep within pores. Sea salt reduces irritation and blemishes, balances water contents, and smoothes expression lines.
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Rich in effective fatty acids, which are key in supporting the skin's ceramide production.
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Strengthens barrier function and reduces transepidermal water loss.
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As an AHA, it gently exfoliates the skin, breaking down the bonds between dead skin cells.
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Its essential oil is extracted from its leaves and used as a skin freshener, disinfectant, and tonic.
