Our key goal was to find a barrier between Skin & Pollution. Alteromonas (AFE) is an extract from the gram-negative bacteria, Alteromonas macleodii which is found in deep areas of seawater. Due to its polysaccharide structure, it has water-binding properties for skin and is a good smoothening agent. There is preliminary information indicating that this ingredient also contributes to repairing skin’s surface and acting as a conditioner. As more research was done, it was discovered to hold a structure consistent with that of a polysaccharide. This means that the extract has properties that can activate the hydration and protection process in the skin.

Polysaccharides also play a vital role in repair and rejuvenation of the skin, as well a providing a protecting barrier to the skin.