{"id":153109,"date":"2023-02-21T02:31:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-21T09:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/?p=153109"},"modified":"2023-02-23T07:47:59","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T14:47:59","slug":"diy-3-ingredient-sea-moss-lip-balm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/articles\/diy-3-ingredient-sea-moss-lip-balm\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY 3-Ingredient Sea Moss Lip Balm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you want your lips to feel soft and hydrated, using a DIY nourishing lip balm may be your best bet. Oftentimes, store bought lip balms contain ingredients that can actually cause dryness. Your efforts to moisturize them with the lip balm cancel out because the ingredients don\u2019t work together to seal in moisture. Fortunately, the ingredients in this DIY lip balm<\/strong> recipe work to soothe chapped lips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Contrary to what you may think, sea moss<\/a> is not merely moss that exists in the sea. Sea moss is a type of red algae that grows on rocks in deep ocean water. Similar to other algae species, sea moss contains a rich nutritional profile. It exhibits beneficial antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help benefit the skin. The zinc<\/a>, potassium, sulfur, phosphorus, magnesium, and other vitamins help encourage healthier skin. Let\u2019s explore some of sea moss\u2019 benefits below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to studies, algae is a better humectant<\/a> than hyaluronic acid when used topically. Sea moss<\/strong>, in particular, exhibits moisturizing properties, which experts attribute to the high polysaccharide content. Carrageenan, specifically, acts as a thickening agent that forms a protective, occlusive film on the skin. That film-forming property is why sea moss is such a great moisturizer. Carrageenan gives skin care products their signature thick and rich feel because it binds to water to help the skin hold onto moisture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As mentioned previously, sea moss leaves a film over the skin that is very similar, on a structural level, to the skin’s own proteins. For that reason, sea moss forms a protective seal over the epidermis, the skin\u2019s outermost layer. By sealing in moisture and protecting the skin from external aggressors, you can maintain hydration and skin barrier function<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to several studies, the high concentration of zinc<\/a> and sulfur makes sea moss a potent anti-inflammatory ingredient. If you have dry or chapped skin, or other skin concerns, sea moss may provide some relief. Other studies revealed that sea moss may give the skin extra photo-protection against UVB exposure. Plus, the carrageenan we mentioned exhibit antibacterial properties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A lot of people consume sea moss to help improve immune and thyroid function, as it’s a great source of vitamin C<\/a> and iodine. Sea moss is also rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin A, all of which promote healthier skin<\/a>. Sea moss can be used on the lips to help prevent chapping, but slathering sea moss on your lips is less than ideal. That\u2019s why you can incorporate it into a lip balm, lip scrub, or lip gloss to reap its benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Not many skin care ingredients can help hydrate, fade dark spots, and smooth fine lines. Try this sea moss lip balm for hydrated lips.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":153110,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,53],"tags":[3284,3800,3908,6234,6368,1968,7781,2082,2087,2113,2199,2295,2391,2436,2454,2566,2651],"yoast_head":"\nWhat Is Sea Moss?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It Is Moisturizing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Helps Protect Skin Barrier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Anti-Inflammatory Properties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can You Use Sea Moss On Your Lips?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
DIY Sea Moss Lip Balm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Instructions:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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