🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An extract from a freshwater microalgae that produces massive amounts of Astaxanthin (a red pigment) to protect itself from severe UV radiation and drying out.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Prevents photo-aging, reduces wrinkle depth, and fights extreme environmental stress.
💡 Pro Tip
Imparts a vivid peach/orange color to serums.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It acts as a fake tan.
The Science
While it colors the serum, it absorbs cleanly into the skin without staining.