Sea Whip: Proven Anti-inflammatory for skin

Sea whip (formally known as pseudopterogorgia elisabethae) extract is a soft coral found in the Caribbean.

Clinical studies have shown that substances in sea whip can be used to reduce redness and inflammation of the skin. They also have been shown to help skin cells repair themselves, and have been shown useful in the treatment of sunburn, cuts, and of rashes and other irritation to the skin, such as rosacea and psoriasis.

Sea whip has been shown to be better than hydrocortisone for treating inflammation, and thus may be helpful to those suffering from the irritation and redness of skin problems like rosacea.

Where hydrocortisone cream may lead to premature wrinkling of the skin, Sea Whip does not. Sea Whip is also 100% natural.

It is currently being tested as a treatment for burns, psoriasis, arthritis, and contact dermatitis.

One product containing sea whip extract is Clinique Exceptionally Soothing Cream for Upset Skin.