Brand Breakdown: Is OSEA a Clean Beauty Brand?
Background on OSEA
OSEA Malibu (pronounced Oh-See-uh) started making waves in the Clean Beauty industry in 1996. OSEA stands for Ocean, Sun, Earth and Atmosphere. Their seaweed infused skincare has been loved by millions since they started their mission to create clean skincare that respects the natural world and makes skin look and feel its absolute best. They claim to set a new industry standard by prioritizing naturally-derived ingredients, chosen for their safety, efficacy and backed by the latest scientific research.
Is OSEA Malibu as clean as they claim to be? We reviewed the brand to find out.
How we Rank the Brand
Green Heart – We approve of this brand’s products and they contain zero known toxins.
Yellow Heart – We approve of most ingredients in this brand’s products, they might contain some toxins or known allergies.
Red Heart – We suggest you proceed with caution and limit your expose and use to this brand’s products as there are toxins present.
Ingredients of Osea
Founded by Jenefer Palmer, who was inspired by her grandmother’s love for the ocean, set out to share her passion through a plant-based skincare line infused with elements of the sea. Unhappy with harmful chemicals she found in other products, Palmer perfected her formulas with non-toxic, nourishing ingredients using seaweed. They claim, “Seaweed because it’s a superfood rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients. The benefits of seaweed are endless.” And that they are, they prioritize naturally-derived ingredients, chosen for their safety and efficacy. Their formulas deliver results by using active ingredients at clinically validated levels. OSEA also conducts clinical and sensory testing to prove it.
Below you will see a snapshot of their Undaria Body Oil ingredients.
Breaking Down the Ingredients
OSEA does not contain any ingredients that would need to be highlighted due to sensitivities, allergies, or toxins.
Fragrance
One thing you may see listed on some of their product ingredients is fragrance. While they state the following, “Natural Fragrance is a blend of aromatic compounds and/or essential oil(s) extracted from different parts of plants including flowers and fruits. These can be used to help get the sophisticated fragrances that make OSEA products smell wonderful.” those with sensitivities should be aware. However, they state they do not use synthetic fragrance.
Going Beyond Beauty
Sustainability
Since the beginning, OSEA has believed in sustainability. They are Climate Neutral Certified, Ocean Positive Vrified, by progressing in product and packaging sustainability, and have partnered with TerraCycyle to provide a recycling program.
Giving Back
OSEA does not say they give away a percentage of profits or have a non-profit themselves, but they do state they support the following causes: Mission Blue, SeaTrees, Cancer Schmancer, A Sense of Home, Kiss the Ground, and Surfrider.
Cruelty- Free/ Vegan
Yes, OSEA Malibu is 100% vegan and certified by Leaping Bunny & Peta.
Certified Organic
OSEA is not certified organic but prioritize using organic ingredients.
Where is it Manufactured
OSEA skincare products are all manufactured in California from globally sourced ingredients
Parent Company
OSEA is not owned by a parent company.
Final Rating:
Osea is a fabulous brand! We believe their quality of ingredients, transparency, and formulas really give them an edge in the clean beauty market space.
We would recommend this Brand.
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