tasea
From algal bloom to skin renewal.
1st Winner - Cream Research and Development
Problem
Post-acne marks persist as a significant concern in dermatology. Traditional moisturizers often lack targeted active ingredients. Algal blooms represent untapped sustainable bioactive sources.
Overview
tasea is a moisturizer cream concept that transforms marine environmental challenges into cosmetic innovation. The product combines algae bloom-derived fucoidan and sea lettuce extract for post-acne mark recovery.
Concept
tasea integrates marine-derived bioactives - fucoidan from algae blooms and polysaccharides from sea lettuce - into a moisturizer cream formulation designed to support skin renewal and reduce post-acne mark visibility.
Scope
Project coverage includes cosmetic formulation strategy, marine bioactive ingredient research, product concept development, brand identity, refillable airless packaging design, and sustainability positioning.
Contribution
Led formulation development and marine ingredient research. Designed refillable packaging strategy and sustainability narrative.
Reflection
This project demonstrated how environmental challenges can become sources of cosmetic innovation. Combining sustainability with efficacy creates differentiated market positioning.