Wakame extract is derived from Undaria pinnatifida, a species of brown seaweed native to the cold coastal waters of Japan and Korea. Long valued in Japanese culture for its nutritional and restorative properties, wakame has become a highly regarded active in modern skincare for its naturally rich concentration of vitamins B and C, amino acids, minerals and antioxidant compounds including fucoidan. It is a premium marine ingredient selected for its ability to support skin hydration, vitality and environmental protection.