Mineral
Sea Salt
A mineral-rich salt used in scrubs for physical exfoliation and in some formulas for its mineral and textural properties.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Sea Salt is harvested from evaporated seawater, naturally containing trace minerals, used in cosmetics primarily for its granular texture in scrubs.
Used in body scrubs and some hair and skin formulas for physical exfoliation and a mineral-rich positioning.
Key Benefits
Physical exfoliation
Granular texture helps remove dead skin cells in scrub formulas.
Trace mineral content
Naturally contains minerals associated with general skin conditioning.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
Salt scrubs can be too abrasive and drying for facial or sensitive skin — sugar scrubs or chemical exfoliants are gentler alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sea Salt do for skin?
Used in body scrubs and some hair and skin formulas for physical exfoliation and a mineral-rich positioning.
Who should use Sea Salt?
Sea Salt is suitable for: body skin tolerant of physical exfoliation; avoid on broken or sensitive facial skin.
Are there any warnings about Sea Salt?
Salt scrubs can be too abrasive and drying for facial or sensitive skin — sugar scrubs or chemical exfoliants are gentler alternatives.
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