From capsules to liquid shots, sachets to soft gums, the possibilities for developing astaxanthin beauty products are almost unlimited. AstaReal’s bulk product range includes different astaxanthin concentrations in the form of algal biomass, oil, microencapsulated and water-dispersible powder, thus allowing the development of innovative dosage forms.
Low doses of astaxanthin are effective without affecting quality or benefits. Studies have shown significant results after short-term supplementation, ensuring your customers will feel the benefits of astaxanthin working in your formula. Dosages in clinical research range from 4 to 16 mg astaxanthin with majority based on a dose of 4-6 mg astaxanthin per day. Depending on where your products are sold, dosage recommendations may vary. To help determine which dose is right, just contact us and we will be happy to offer advice.
AstaReal® astaxanthin can be easily combined with a range of other ingredients. For example, combinations with collagen offer synergistic effects for skin health.9 Other antioxidants, like ubiquinol and vitamins E and C, can help to protect the antioxidant capacity of astaxanthin. Lipids support astaxanthin absorption. Mimicking its natural presence in krill oil, astaxanthin partners perfectly with omega-3 too, and could even enhance the health benefits of krill oil.10
Consumers are increasingly paying attention to the origin of the products they buy. Thus, demand for more naturally and sustainably sourced products will continue to rise. Consequently, the industry is looking for plant-based sources of traditional ingredients, such as antioxidants, and is starting to focus on algae. Microalgae are the primary food source of basically all marine and freshwater food chains. The freshwater microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis represent a sustainable, plant-based alternative to astaxanthin and other healthful ingredients like omega-3s.
Astaxanthin’s quality is affected by the environment in which the algae is cultivated. AstaReal rejected outdoor production methods as they are susceptible to contamination. Instead, we process our microalgae indoors under controlled conditions. This results in a safe product with at least 5% astaxanthin in the biomass and without any environmental impurities.
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Tominaga, K.; Hongo, N.; Fujishita, M.; Takahashi, Y.; Adachi, Y. Protective Effects of Astaxanthin on Skin Deterioration. J Clin Biochem Nutr 2017, 61 (1), 33–39.
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Lee, S.-J.; Bai, S.-K.; Lee, K.-S.; Namkoong, S.; Na, H.-J.; Ha, K.-S.; Han, J.-A.; Yim, S.-V.; Chang, K.; Kwon, Y.-G.; Lee, S. K.; Kim, Y.-M. Astaxanthin Inhibits Nitric Oxide Production and Inflammatory Gene Expression by Suppressing I(Kappa)B Kinase-Dependent NF-KappaB Activation. Mol Cells 2003, 16 (1), 97–105.
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Tominaga, K.; Hongo, N.; Karato, M.; Yamashita, E. Cosmetic Benefits of Astaxanthin on Humans Subjects. Acta Biochim Pol 2012, 59 (1), 43–47.
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Lyons, N. M.; O’Brien, N. M. Modulatory Effects of an Algal Extract Containing Astaxanthin on UVA-Irradiated Cells in Culture. J Dermatol Sci 2002, 30 (1), 73–84.
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Yoshihisa, Y.; Rehman, M. U.; Shimizu, T. Astaxanthin, a Xanthophyll Carotenoid, Inhibits Ultraviolet-Induced Apoptosis in Keratinocytes. Exp Dermatol 2014, 23 (3), 178–183.
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Komatsu, T.; Sasaki, S.; Manabe, Y.; Hirata, T.; Sugawara, T. Preventive Effect of Dietary Astaxanthin on UVA-Induced Skin Photoaging in Hairless Mice. PLoS One 2017, 12 (2), e0171178.
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Suganuma, K.; Nakajima, H.; Ohtsuki, M.; Imokawa, G. Astaxanthin Attenuates the UVA-Induced up-Regulation of Matrix-Metalloproteinase-1 and Skin Fibroblast Elastase in Human Dermal Fibroblasts. J Dermatol Sci 2010, 58 (2), 136–142.
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Yoon, H.-S.; Cho, H. H.; Cho, S.; Lee, S.-R.; Shin, M.-H.; Chung, J. H. Supplementating with Dietary Astaxanthin Combined with Collagen Hydrolysate Improves Facial Elasticity and Decreases Matrix Metalloproteinase-1 and -12 Expression: A Comparative Study with Placebo. J Med Food 2014, 17 (7), 810–816.
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Rundblad, A.; Holven, K. B.; Bruheim, I.; Myhrstad, M. C.; Ulven, S. M. Effects of Fish and Krill Oil on Gene Expression in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells and Circulating Markers of Inflammation: A Randomised Controlled Trial. J Nutr Sci 2018, 7, e10.
