About Seaweed

Why Guernsey Seaweed?

Hand-picked locally - every piece of seaweed is carefully selected and hand-picked from Guernsey's fantastic beaches.
Award winning - multiple Great Taste aware winners - judged blind on taste alone.
Sustainable - environmentally responsible foraging from our clean island waters.
Supporting local - a genuine Guernsey family business since 2019.
Customer loved - over 25,000 tins, jars and bottles sold, with many loyal repeat customers.

Guernsey Seaweed harnesses the immense, natural power of the ocean. For centuries, coastal communities have revered sea vegetables, and now modern science confirms their extraordinary value.

Why choose seaweed?

A Natural Powerhouse: Seaweed is incredibly nutrient-dense, absorbing a concentrated blend of vitamins, minerals and amino acids from the surrounding seawater.
A Sustainable Choice: As one of the fastest-growing organisms on the planet, seaweed is a highly sustainable and environmentally-friendly resource that requires no fresh water, land, or fertiliser to thrive.
The Umami Experience: Beyond its health benefits, seaweed adds a unique, rich, and savoury 'umami' flavour that elevates a wide variety of dishes.

Nutritional Benefits:

Fuel Your Body from the Sea

Incorporating seaweed into your diet is a simple, effective way to boost your daily nutrient intake and support overall wellness.

Key Nutritional Benefit	What it Does for You
Rich in Iodine	Essential for healthy thyroid function, which regulates metabolism, energy levels, and hormonal balance.
High in Fibre & Prebiotics	Supports a healthy gut microbiome by acting as a prebiotic (food for good bacteria), aiding digestion, and promoting immune health.
Vitamins & Minerals	Contains a broad spectrum of vital nutrients, including Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, and antioxidants like Vitamins A, C, and E.
Antioxidant Protection	Loaded with powerful antioxidants that help the body fight damaging free radicals, protecting cells from oxidative stress and supporting long-term health.
May Support Heart Health	The soluble fibre and nutrients can contribute to lowering cholesterol and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.

Seaweed for Skin & Hair: Nature's Beauty Secret

The concentrated goodness that benefits you internally also works wonders externally. Seaweed is a cosmetic hero, deeply nourishing and protecting your skin and hair.

For Your Skin

Intense Hydration: Rich in natural polysaccharides and fatty acids, seaweed is a superior moisturiser, locking moisture into the skin to combat dryness and leave a silky-smooth finish.
Anti-Ageing Power: Its high concentration of vitamins, amino acids, and antioxidants promotes the natural production of collagen, helping to improve skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and give you a plumper, more youthful glow.
Soothing & Calming: With natural anti-inflammatory properties, seaweed is excellent for sensitive skin, helping to reduce redness and soothe conditions like eczema, acne, and rosacea.
Detoxifying & Purifying: It helps to draw out toxins and impurities, promoting a clear, bright, and radiant complexion.

For Your Hair

Strength & Shine: Seaweed is packed with minerals and amino acids, the building blocks of hair, which help to strengthen the hair shaft, reduce breakage, and infuse your locks with natural lustre.
Healthy Scalp Support: It nourishes the scalp by providing essential nutrients like Iodine and Zinc, which can help stimulate blood circulation to the hair follicles and regulate oil production.
Moisture & Elasticity: The hydrating properties of seaweed keep your hair flexible and moisturised, making it easier to manage and less prone to split ends.