# Seaweed Facial Cleansers Mermaid Scrubbers Act as a Natural Face Cleanser and Exfoliating Toner By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-07-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-face-cleanser References: [blog.freepeople](http://blog.freepeople.com/2015/07/mermaid-scrubbers/) & [uncleharrys](https://www.uncleharrys.com/store/skin-care/bath-and-spa/mermaid-scrubber-6-pieces) If you are looking for locally sourced skin care without any harmful ingredients, this natural face cleanser is a fun and whimsical option -- mostly because of its name. Available from Uncle Harry's, [Mermaid Scrubbers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shells-jewel-collection) are made from seaweed harvested from Mendocino County, California. The Gigartina Red Marine Algae acts as both a cleanser and a tonic that will clean and nourish your facial skin when it turns into a soothing gel rich in minerals. A pack of Mermaid Scrubbers comes with six pieces. The unique and all-natural face cleanser consists of dried seaweed that, when wet, opens up to release the gel. The product also has [exfoliating properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propre-body-care) and can be used on any part of the body. They are also reusable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Natural Skin Care:** There is an opportunity to disrupt traditional skin care brands with natural and locally sourced ingredients like seaweed. - **Reusable Skin Care:** Brands can create reusable skin care products like Mermaid Scrubbers for a more sustainable option in the beauty industry. - **Multi-functional Beauty Products:** There is an opportunity for beauty brands to create multi-functional products like Mermaid Scrubbers that act as both a cleanser and an exfoliator. ### Where This Applies - **Beauty and Personal Care:** The beauty and personal care industry has an opportunity to incorporate more natural and reusable products into their offerings. - **Sustainable Fashion and Beauty:** Sustainable fashion and beauty are growing trends and incorporating products like Mermaid Scrubbers can appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Local Agriculture:** Local agriculture can supply ingredients like seaweed for natural skin care products, creating a new market for farmers and promoting sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Tablet-Style Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seadrop-skincare.md) - [Seaweed-Boosted Body Washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undaria-algae-body-wash.md) - [Water-Activated Facial Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleansing-facial-powder.md) - [Coconut-Infused Face Cleansing Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-cleansing-powder.md) - [Cleansing Seaweed Body Washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osea-malibu.md) - [Wild Rose-Inspired Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-cleanser.md) - [Seaweed-Inspired Soapless Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soapless-cleanser.md) - [Microalgae Oil Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-collagen-cleanser.md) - [Small Batch Natural Cleansers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-batch-natural-cleanser.md)