Dried Caribbean sea moss is a wild-harvested red marine algae packed with essential minerals, commonly used to make nutrient-rich gels, traditional punches, and skincare treatments. Sourcing and Quality • Origin: Harvested from clean, warm Caribbean waters near islands like St. Lucia, Grenada, and Jamaica. • Appearance: Comes sun-dried, often lightly coated in natural sea salt to preserve freshness, with colors ranging from golden-yellow to green and purple depending on the variety. • Nutrients: Contains a high concentration of minerals such as iodine, calcium, potassium, and magnesium. How to Prepare Sea Moss Gel 1. Wash: Rinse the dried sea moss thoroughly in spring or filtered water to remove sand and excess salt. Rub with a splash of lime or lemon juice to neutralize any ocean scent. 2. Soak: Submerge the cleaned sea moss in fresh spring or distilled water for 12 to 24 hours. It will expand significantly as it rehydrates. 3. Blend: Drain the soak water and transfer the softened sea moss to a blender with fresh clean water (roughly a 2:1 water-to-moss ratio). Blend until completely smooth. 4. Store: Pour the finished gel into a clean glass jar and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or freeze portions for later. Common Uses • Smoothies & Teas: Stir a spoonful into morning shakes or hot teas for a creamy texture. • Caribbean Drinks: Blend the prepared gel with milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and condensed milk to make a traditional Irish moss punch. • Skincare: Apply the plain gel topically as a hydrating and soothing face mask