MW Macroalgae Extract™

Our signature proprietary formula

Scientifically proven results and triple filtered, our MW Macroalgae Extract™ delivers powerful moisturizing and rejuvenating benefits.

Seaweed has the superpower to keep natural systems balanced and nourished. Our marine botanical formulation—MW Macroalgae Extract™—is the star ingredient in each of our creams, serums, and soap bars. The unique tincture is crafted from a blend of three seaweed species indigenous to Zanzibar, which we are the first and only company to bring these varieties to market. 

Clinical Results

Key Findings

MW Macroalgae Extract™ Clinically proven to:
  • Visibly sculpts body shape
  • Visibly tightens chin and facial contours
  • Increase skin elasticity, in both outer and deeper layers
  • Significantly smooths out skin roughness and improves skin appearance

 

Closeup view of two people reading scientific literature about seaweed.
Lab-based results for our three discovered seaweed species demonstrate:
  • Activation of thermogenesis processes (body fat and cellulite reducing effects)
  • Metal ion chelation (reduces toxins in the body
  • Cellular antioxidant activity (protects against free radicals)
  • Nitric oxide scavenging (anti-inflammatory)
  • Inhibition of protein glycation (anti-aging)
  • Stimulation of fibroblast proliferation (collagen production)
  • Tyrosinase inhibition (hyperpigmentation prevention)
Aerial view of four different types of seaweed.
Our three discovered seaweed species demonstrate the following health benefits:
  • Direct antioxidant activity (protects against free radicals)
  • Induction of adiponect in release by adipocytes (fatty acid breakdown)
  • Enhancement of mitochondrial activity in muscle fibers (creates energy stores)
  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production in muscle cells (acts as an energy source
  • Increases in the level of mitochondrial expression (improves fatty acid use)
  • Activation of the expression of UCP1 (protects against body fat accumulation)

Mwani Zanzibar began our journey researching indigenous seaweed varieties, resulting in the identification of several species with notable health benefits—packed with phytochemicals, rich in amino acids, and saturated with vitamins and minerals. To enable commercial use, we registered these varieties on the international ingredient database (INCI), and patented their extraction. We are the first and only company to bring these varieties to market. Together with other African botanicals and unrefined oils, we craft our skincare collection for our global customers.

From Sea to Skincare

From Source to Product

Seaweeds help rebuild collagen. Our seaweed—based extract is clinically proven to affect not only the metabolism of the skin’s top layer (epidermis), but also penetrate the middle layer (dermis) too. Learn how we transform it into our skincare products.

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Close up view of Mwani Zanzibar Brand Ambassador Herieth Paul holding seaweed in hand while smiling on an ocean shore in daytime.