These are the cosmetics that will be made from invasive algae from the Bay of Palma.

PalmA nourishing lip balm, an eye cream with anti-inflammatory properties, and an antioxidant gel are some of the products developed as part of a project spearheaded by the Ona Futura Foundation. The initiative, named Sea2Circle, is a pilot project that aims to transform the proliferation of invasive seaweed into new sustainable cosmetic and food products. The project, supported by the Biomedical and Biotechnology Cluster, seeks to turn the Bay of Palma into a "blue innovation laboratory" to address one of the Mediterranean's major ecological challenges. The initiative stems from a growing problem: the spread of invasive seaweed species that disrupt marine ecosystems, displace native species, and negatively impact biodiversity. In response, Sea2Circle proposes a circular economy model that focuses on the selective removal of biomass and its subsequent transformation through biotechnological processes. In an initial campaign last November, specialized divers collected over three kilograms of invasive algae biomass from pre-identified locations in the bay. This material has been used to create the first cosmetic prototypes, as reported by Bioib in a press release. The aim is to demonstrate the potential of these marine resources, often considered waste, as a high-value-added raw material. During March, Palma will host workshops and outreach activities for both residents and tourists to raise awareness of the project. These sessions will explain the environmental impact of invasive algae, the selective removal process, and the transformation of the biomass into new products. The first prototypes will also be presented, and a discussion will be held on the role of tourism in protecting the marine environment and promoting sustainable innovation initiatives linked to the blue economy.