Revolutionary New Skincare Line cMOSS BEAUTY Harnesses the Power of Irish Sea Moss

cMOSS BEAUTY is a new skincare line that harnesses the benefits of Irish Sea Moss to leave skin feeling plump and youthful.

You may have seen Kim Kardashian on Instagram extolling the benefits of Irish Sea Moss, which she puts in her smoothies. The nutritionally dense species of red algae grows along the rocky northern Atlantic cold-water coasts of Europe and North America, and it’s loaded with minerals like iodine, potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc and iron as well as vitamins C and A.

Irish Sea Moss is also the active ingredient in a new line of skincare products from cMOSS BEAUTY that leaves skin feeling plump and youthful. Founder and Creative Director Laurie Larkey discovered the ocean-sourced superfood while recovering from thyroid cancer that required a complete thyroidectomy and iodine radiation. She was on a mission to restore her health and vitality when a friend told her about the edible ocean plant, which becomes a gel when boiled or soaked in spring water.

“I noticed the difference in how I felt from day one,” she says. Then, out of curiosity more than anything, she decided to put the gel on her face just to see what would happen.

“I applied it like a mask and left it on until it fully dried and felt very tight,” she says. “When I washed it off, my skin was not only visibly tighter and firmer, but also appeared incredibly hydrated.”

The results were just too good not to share so Larkey teamed with the beauty industry’s leading experts to develop a clean, yet active, skincare line infused with real Irish Sea Moss, aka the Collagen of the Sea.

“The type of sea moss we use is called Chondrus Crispus because it contains 91 of the 101 minerals essential for a healthy body,” she explains.

cMOSS BEAUTY Founder and Creative Director Laurie Larkey.

Here’s something you might not know: because this species in particular has an exceptionally potent nutritional profile, it’s been called the King of Sea Mosses. More important perhaps, it’s ethically harvested to prioritize the preservation of marine ecosystems with minimal impact on the environment.

Currently there are three products in the line, and each of them contains the brand’s exclusive ISM Complex™, an anti-aging proprietary formula comprised of Chondrus Crispus in a potent 10% concentrate, rose water, caffeine, vitamins A, C and E, vegetable ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and amethyst extract. It’s Larkey’s favorite ingredient. Not only is amethyst her birthstone, but amethyst-infused water is anti-inflammatory and can reduce stress and irritation.

After road-testing all three products, I saw a noticeable difference in my skin’s texture. Inflammation and redness seemed to disappear, and my skin looked visibly smoother. I was a beauty editor for more than 30 years so I’ve tried everything, and I’m here to tell you that this line is transformative. If you’re like me, you’ve been told that great skin requires a boatload of products—eye creams, day creams, night creams, toners, masks, serums, and exfoliators. You get the picture.

cMOSS BEAUTY will disabuse you of that notion. The Sea Deep Cream can be used day or night, and it’s so light that it literally seemed to melt right into my skin. A little goes a long way so it’s not going to break the bank. Trust me, these three little products will not only simplify your skin care regimen but they’ll also deliver results you can see right from the get-go.

Visit cMOSS Beauty’s website and learn more about the benefits of Irish Sea Moss. Like me, you’ll wonder where it’s been all your life.

Sea Deep Cream Gel ($50)

Sea Deep Cream Gel is formulated with Glycolic Acid and Alpha Hydroxy Acid to smooth your skin while imparting beneficial, long-lasting moisture.

Ultra-hydrating and oil-free, Sea Deep Cream Gel supports collagen production and leaves skin feeling plump and youthful. Glycolic acid increases skin levels of hyaluronic acid, which helps keep skin moisturized, stimulates the production of collagen, increases fibroblast and keratinocyte proliferation rates (skin care and regeneration) and improves the quality of elastin.

Alpha hydroxy acid smooths fine lines and surface wrinkles, improving skin texture and tone while unblocking and cleansing pores. What’s more, jojoba esters reduce and prevent dryness, diminish fine lines and increase skin’s firmness to reduce visible signs of aging.

Pressed Serum Concentrate ($45)

Pressed Serum Concentrate is an Irish Sea Moss powerhouse developed to nourish, revitalize, and tighten skin while plumping with hyaluronic acid for a youthful, healthy radiance.

Nutrient-rich and oil-free, Pressed Serum Concentrate is an Irish Sea Moss powerhouse developed to nourish, revitalize and tighten your skin. Infused with the highest concentration of hyaluronic acid, it offers a true boost of hydration, smoothing our wrinkles and locking in moisture.

Vitamins A, C, and E help improve skin health, while vegetable ceramides create a protective barrier on the surface of the skin to lock in moisture so skin looks youthful and radiant. Be prepared to feel your skin tighten after one application. Trust us, that’s a good thing.

Energizing Face + Mood Mist ($35)

Energizing FACE+MOOD Mist not only plumps, hydrates, tightens, brightens, and nourishes your skin for an instant glow, it also lifts your spirits with sea moss, amethyst, sage, and caffeine.

Infused with amethyst, sage and caffeine, Energizing Face + Mood Mist also contains vitamins C and E, two powerful antioxidants. Topical caffeine helps boost the skin’s elasticity, while sage stimulates cell renewal and increases blood circulation and panthenol provides long-lasting hydration so skin looks and feels softer.

An extra kick of amethyst hydrates, lifts, and brightens skin while also uplifting your spirits. The subtle, custom-created scent is an infusion of gardenia, thyme, chamomile, sugar cane, orange, lemon, and sugar maple extracts. Spritz it on throughout the day for an instant glow or whenever you need a little TLC.

To order any of their products, visit cmossbeauty.com. But hurry because for a limited time, all products are 20% off.

Marianne Dougherty is an award-winning writer, editor and publisher, who has twice been a finalist for a Golden Quill Award for journalistic excellence. Predicting the day spa trend, she founded American Spa magazine in 1998. She has also been editor in chief of American Salon, Launchpad, and Shades of Beauty magazines. In 2023 she published her first novel, What We Remember, which was a Mariel Hemingway Book Club selection. Follow her on Instagram: @mariannedoughertyauthor. Or visit her website: mariannedougherty.com