The ingredient is obtained from zooplankton, specifically the species Artemia salina. The main component of artemia extract is diguanosine tetrapho­sphate (GppppG). This is known as the source of energy for Artemia salina to develop the protective capacity against environmental stress. As a cosmetic ingredient, this extract can boost the generation of the extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins and cyclic 3',5'-adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). In effect, artemia extract boosts the effects of other antiaging agents.

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