The global convergence of the beauty and nutraceutical industries is creating a powerful growth engine. According to industry reports, the global nutricosmetics market is projected to reach over €9 billion by 2030, while the cosmeceuticals sector is expected to exceed €60 billion. This shift is being driven by rising consumer demand for holistic, science-backed ingredients that support beauty from the inside out — uniting skincare, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.
At the same time, formulators and brand owners are seeking sustainable, high-performance actives that meet rigorous efficacy standards without compromising on traceability or environmental impact. This is where marine bioactives are gaining traction — and our compounds, such as alginate and fucoidan, known for their hydration, anti-inflammatory, and cellular protecting properties – can offer a unique solution.
At Origin by Ocean, we are tapping into this market convergence by introducing regenerative, algae-based ingredients sourced from an unexpected origin: invasive Sargassum seaweed. This ecological threat is becoming a biological asset through our patented green chemistry process, enabling us to unlock the full functionality of marine molecules while contributing to ocean restoration and coastal livelihoods.
With this approach, we’ve developed OCEANTHIX™ and OCEANBOOST™ — next-generation bioactives designed for the cosmetics and personal care industry, and now being explored for nutraceutical applications. By addressing the demand for clean, effective, and traceable ingredients, we’re helping reshape the future of both skincare and supplementation — from sea to shelf.
OCEANTHIX™ (Alginate): A versatile texturizer bridging skincare and supplementation
Alginate, a polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweed, has long been recognized in the food industry for its stabilizing and gelling properties. Now, it's gaining traction in the wellness and personal care sectors, particularly as consumer demand shifts toward functional, clean-label ingredients.
Our proprietary OCEANTHIX™ LV alginate offers exceptional synergy with food additives such as guar gum, xanthan gum and pectin — a plant-based gelling agent commonly used in vegan gummy formulations. This compatibility makes OCEANTHIX™ an ideal component in the development of chewable supplements, which are increasingly favored by consumers for their convenience and palatability.
The global gummy vitamins market reflects this trend, with a valuation of approximately $7.2 billion in 2022 and projections estimating growth to $12.47 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 6.3% . Notably, non-pill supplement formats have surpassed traditional pills in popularity since 2019, indicating a significant shift in consumer preferences.
Topical Applications
Alginate, derived from brown seaweed, is renowned for its gelling, thickening, and film-forming properties. In skincare, alginate:
- Provides a smoothing and moisturizing effect, making it ideal for topical treatments.
- Enhances product texture and stability, improving the sensory experience of cosmetic formulations.
Recent studies show that alginates can also promote skin barrier function and act as delivery agents for active ingredients, making them valuable for both wash-off and leave-on formulations.
Oral Supplementation
When ingested, alginate offers health benefits such as:
- Appetite regulation: Alginate can form a gel in the stomach, promoting a feeling of fullness and aiding in weight management.
- Cholesterol reduction: It may bind to bile acids, facilitating their excretion and subsequently lowering blood cholesterol levels.
- Glycemic control: Alginate's gel-forming ability can slow carbohydrate absorption, helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
By integrating OCEANTHIX™ into product formulations, brands can meet the rising demand for innovative, sustainable, and effective delivery systems in both the nutraceutical and cosmetic industries.
OCEANBOOST™ (Fucoidan): Bioactivity beneath the surface
OCEANBOOST™ is a highly purified fucoidan powder (≥ 80% purity) developed through Origin by Ocean’s patented green chemistry process, it is a concentrated active ingredient optimized for high performance across applications.
Fucoidan, a sulfated polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed, is gaining momentum in the nutraceutical and cosmeceutical industries for its scientifically backed immunomodulatory, skin barrier–boosting, anti-inflammatory, and pro-aging properties. Its distinct molecular structure enables potent bioactivity at low doses, making it ideal for use in encapsulated, powdered, or gummy supplement formats. It also shows excellent synergy with other marine or plant-based bioactives.
The global fucoidan extract market was valued at approximately USD 92 million in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 207 million by 2033 at a CAGR of 10.8%. In Europe, the market is expected to reach USD 215 million by 2030, up from USD 127 million in 2023. Growth is driven by increasing consumer preference for natural, marine-derived ingredients with substantiated health benefits.
Topical Applications
Fucoidan is gaining traction in skincare thanks to its skin-enhancing properties. Research highlights its ability to:
- Protect against UV-induced damage and signs of photoaging, such as wrinkles and loss of elasticity
- Improve hydration and barrier function, reducing transepidermal water loss and promoting firmness
Oral Supplementation
Beyond the skin, fucoidan delivers systemic health benefits:
- Immune modulation through activation of natural killer and cytotoxic T cells
- Anti-inflammatory action via inhibition of reactive oxygen species and oxidative stress
- Gut health support by acting as a prebiotic to beneficial gut flora
OCEANBOOST™ enables brands to meet growing market demand for clean-label, science-based, and regenerative marine bioactives. Its versatility makes it a strategic ingredient for companies innovating at the intersection of beauty, health, and sustainability.
A platform for scalable Impact
With our successful launch in cosmetics and personal care, we’ve proven that our ingredients deliver both performance and purpose. Now, we’re looking to expand our impact into the nutraceutical space, offering supplement formulators the same purity, functionality, and the benefits of the regenerative business model.
What makes our ingredients different:
- Highly purified ingredients derived from invasive Sargassum, reducing the environmental and economical burden of this seaweed growing out of control
- 100% traceable and sustainably processed using our proprietary biorefining technology. Lowering the carbon footprint of
- Derived from a regenerative, circular model that empowers local harvesting communities
Embracing a holistic approach to beauty and wellness
Our commitment to sustainability and innovation drives us to deliver functional ingredients that bridge the gap between cosmetics and nutraceuticals.
As we exhibit at Vitafoods Europe, we invite supplement innovators, wellness brands, and formulators to explore the power of algae-derived actives in shaping the future of inner and outer beauty. With OCEANTHIX™ and OCEANBOOST™, we offer a toolkit of clinically promising, high-performance ingredients that bridge health and aesthetics—naturally.
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