Description
Contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress and supports normal skin condition.
How It Works
Astaxanthin is a xanthophyll carotenoid that spans the lipid bilayer, quenching singlet oxygen at both membrane surfaces and within the interior — a structural feature that distinguishes it from beta-carotene.
Why This Form
Natural algal source, esterified as it occurs in Haematococcus pluvialis. Synthetic petrochemical-derived astaxanthin has a different stereoisomer profile and was not the material used in the human trials. It is common in the market and rarely labelled as synthetic. Formulated in a lipid matrix because absorption is fat-dependent.
What we rejected: Synthetic astaxanthin.
The Research Behind It
Human randomized controlled trials on skin elasticity, moisture and oxidative stress markers, conducted on natural algal-derived material.
What The Evidence Does Not Show
Absorption is fat-dependent — taken without dietary fat, much of the dose is wasted. Skin trial durations in this literature are typically eight to twelve weeks.
Supplement Facts
| Per Serving | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Astaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis) | 12 mg | † |
† Daily Value not established. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients
Sunflower oil, bovine gelatin softgel, glycerin, purified water, mixed tocopherols (antioxidant).
Every ingredient in this product is listed above. We use no proprietary blends, no titanium dioxide, no artificial colours and no artificial sweeteners. Our Sourcing Standard →
Warnings
May produce a harmless pink or orange tint to the skin at high intakes.
References
A numbered reference list for this formulation is in preparation. In the meantime, you can review the published human trial literature directly:
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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