The article examines how astaxanthin regulates autophagy through key signaling pathways such as AMPK, Akt, and MAPK, offering therapeutic potential for various diseases by enhancing cellular cleanup and stress response. In the C60a formula, astaxanthin supports cellular detoxification and longevity by promoting autophagic balance and protecting against oxidative damage. This study directly supports the product’s goal by validating astaxanthin’s role in cellular maintenance and health.