Spirulina Extract

Have you ever had a smoothie bowl and wondered why it was blue? Well, rest assured that it definitely isn’t your favorite smoothie shop adding in blue color dye to your acai bowl…the answer is Spirulina! An intense…These delicious, smurf-blue bowls are packed with spirulina, making them all the more nutritious and aesthetically pleasing with their eye-popping teal color. But not only is Spirulina becoming all the more wanted in the diet and health world, but also is a mighty ingredient in skincare! 

This intense and powerful plant-based protein, phycocyanin, has been praised for years, which is why so many people love to add this super-nutrient to their diet. Founded by the Aztecs, these protein-rich plants are believed to be some of the oldest life forms on planet Earth and have been delivering essential vitamins and nutrients to the skin for centuries. However, not only is this blue-green algae a great addition to one’s daily vitamins, but it also embodies some of the most valuable anti-inflammatory benefits for our skin! 

Free from radicals and loaded with skin-loving amino acids, such as glycine and proline, spirulina keeps the skin’s complexion firm. By incorporating this extract into your skincare regime, you will find your skin increases in dermal fibroblast cells. For those not familiar with the term- these cells are known for their massive collagen production within your skin. So not only does this product decrease inflammation, but it also encourages cell turnover and fights against free radical exposure, resulting in a more youthful, plump, and exuberant look. 

This ancient alga promotes radiant and healthy skin, which is why we’ve made it no hesitate to incorporate it into our K-Plum Anti-Aging Eye Creme! Give this ancient super-plant a try and your skin the boost it deserves!