Haematococcus pluvialis (Astaxanthin) extract

AKA “Astaxanthin Extract”

Extract

Ingredient Facts

Haematococcus pluvialis (Astaxanthin) extract

AKA: Astaxanthin Extract

Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Sunscreen Filter

Antioxidant

Anti-Aging

Soothing

Skin Conditioner

Marine

Rare Antioxidant

Extract

Clean

A powerful plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage and supports a youthful, radiant complexion.

Family

Haematococcaceae

Plant Part

Whole Plant

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Anti-Aging

Targets fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of firmness. Works by boosting collagen, speeding cell turnover, or both.

Soothing

Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.

UV Absorber

Blocks or absorbs UV rays to protect your skin from sun damage, dark spots, and premature aging.

Anti-Aging Benefits

Reduces Inflammation

Fights free radical damage

Traditional Use

Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring carotenoid from algae discovered in the 20th century. It gained attention in skincare during the 1990s-2000s for its antioxidant properties, promoted as superior to beta-carotene for anti-aging and sun protection.