Ingredient guide

Padina Pavonica Ferment

Padina Pavonica Ferment is a biotechnologically processed extract from a beautiful brown seaweed found in the Mediterranean. Often called the ‘sea plant stem cell’ in skincare, it helps support the skin’s natural barrier and moisture levels, leaving it feeling smoother and more resilient.

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How it works in skincare

In cosmetics and skincare, Padina Pavonica Ferment is used as a gentle yet powerful marine active that reinforces the skin’s extracellular matrix. Through a unique fermentation process, its polysaccharides become highly bioavailable, helping to improve skin cohesion, support natural collagen and hyaluronic acid levels, and protect against environmental stressors while delivering a silky, non-sticky feel.

Key benefits

  • Helps strengthen the skin barrier
  • Improves skin smoothness and softness
  • Supports natural moisture retention
  • Enhances skin resilience against daily stressors
  • Promotes a more toned and supple appearance
  • Delivers a lightweight, non-greasy finish

Best for

dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, dehydrated skin, ageing skin

Where it comes from

Padina Pavonica is a brown macroalga (seaweed) naturally harvested from the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The ferment used in cosmetics is produced by carefully fermenting the seaweed to concentrate its beneficial polysaccharides.

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