# Algae-Infused Sunscreen Serums The Mara Algae + Zinc Sea Kale Sunscreen Serum Features Sea Kale By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-07-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mara-algae-zinc-sea-kale-sunscreen-serum References: [forbes](https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/2021/07/29/the-haul-best-new-makeup-and-skincare-products/?sh=5126950a132f) & [themarabeauty](https://themarabeauty.com/products/algae-zinc-sea-kale-sunscreen-serum) The Mara Algae + Zinc Sea Kale Sunscreen Serum is described as a first-to-market, [daily hydrating sunscreen face oil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moisture-sun-serum) and it taps the power of #GlowDefense technology to provide [broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-fluid). The lightweight formula is both protective and hydrating, thanks to an infusion of skin-caring ingredients like proteins, blue sea kale, hemp seed, Vitamin C-rich moringa and raspberry seed oil for boosted environmental protection. The sunscreen serum shares the benefits of soothing maritime botanical ingredients, while the brand's [proprietary algae blend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microalgae-body-oil) is beneficial for shielding skin from blue light, pollution and photo-aging. Skin-caring sunscreen formulas are making it easier for the essential products to be incorporated into daily life, and all without undesirable features of outdated formulas like heaviness and white casts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Skin-caring Sunscreens:** Opportunity to develop sunscreen formulas that are protective and hydrating while incorporating skin-caring ingredients like proteins, vitamins and botanicals. - **Algae-infused Products:** Opportunity to develop products that utilize proprietary algae blends to provide protection against blue light, pollution and photo-aging. - **Daily Hydrating Sunscreens:** Opportunity to develop daily hydrating sunscreen products that offer broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. ### Where This Applies - **Skincare Industry:** Opportunity to expand product offerings to include skin-caring sunscreens that effectively protect against environmental damage. - **Algae Industry:** Opportunity to partner with skincare companies to utilize proprietary algae blends in products designed to protect against environmental damage. - **Beauty Industry:** Opportunity to develop daily hydrating sunscreen products that do not have undesirable features like heaviness and white casts, to provide a better application experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Serum-Like Tinted SPFs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defend-yourself-facial-sunscreen.md) - [Reef-Safe Mineral Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saltyface-daily-sun-shield-mineral-sunscreen.md) - [Watermelon-Infused Daily Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-glow-dew.md) - [Reef-Safe Seaweed Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/badger.md) - [Microbiome-Friendly Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-serum-spf.md) - [Hydrating Invisible SPF Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spf50-cabanaclear-water-gel-serum.md) - [Lightweight SPF Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moisture-sun-serum.md) - [Brightening Prebiotic Sunscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-mineral-sunscreen.md) - [Anti-Aging Sunscreen Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antiaging-sunscreen1.md)