Unlocking the power of ocean plants

The research behind SEABODY began with the study of marine molecules found in seaweed. The insights from this work inspired the development of the SEABODY range.

Seaweeds have adapted to life in the ocean over millions of years. They grow in environments shaped by waves, salt, changing temperatures, and constant exposure to the elements. To survive, they developed a range of protective and regenerative compounds.

Seaweed also provides a rich source of nutrients. It contains more than 60 micro and macronutrients. These include minerals, vitamins, essential fatty acids, carbohydrates, and fiber. Seaweed also contains phytonutrients. These natural compounds occur in certain plants and have been part of coastal diets for generations.

SEABODY's mission is clear. The company studies marine molecules in seaweed. It aims to make their benefits easier to access. The team focuses on consumers who care about both health and sustainability.

This philosophy shapes every stage of the process.

"We think about each step. This includes the sustainable hand harvesting of seaweed and the gentle methods we use to process and isolate powerful marine molecules." We also focus on expert formulations and conscious packaging. These choices protect our products. They also make it easier for consumers to use and dispose of them responsibly.

The team harvests seaweed by hand and follows sustainable sourcing practices. It then applies gentle processing methods to isolate specific marine compounds. Scientists and formulators work together to develop each product. The team also selects packaging with care to support product protection throughout storage and use.

Science guides every part of the brand. Decades of research and experience in phycology, the study of seaweed, form the foundation of SEABODY's work today.

The team processes the seaweed soon after harvest. They do this in an organically certified facility.

"This helps us work with fresh seaweed and maintain optimum bioactivity."

For many years, seaweed extraction relied on high heat and chemical solvents. In 2017, NutraMara developed a gentler alternative. The company designed the process to avoid these methods.

Today, the process operates with zero waste.

"We use 100% of the seaweed biomass. The process produces a marine bioactive ingredient, a seaweed fiber, and algae-rich water. The ingredient and fiber are used in food and cosmetic products. We send the algae-rich water to our sister company, where it is used to make seaweed biostimulants for agriculture and horticulture. This returns nutrients back to the soil."

After harvesting, the seaweed is immediately processed in an organically certified plant. “This ensures fresh seaweed with optimum bioactivity.”

Traditionally, seaweed extraction relied on high temperatures and harsh chemicals. In 2017, NutraMara developed a gentler process that eliminates the need for such methods. Today, this process is fully optimized and operates with zero waste.

“100% of the seaweed biomass is utilized. The outputs include our potent marine bioactive, a seaweed fiber, and algae-rich water. Both ingredients are used for food and cosmetic applications, while the water is sent to a sister company that produces seaweed biostimulants for use in agriculture and horticulture and is therefore returned to the soil.”