Frequently asked questions

Astaxin® is not classified as doping. AstaReal algal meal, which is the main active ingredient in Astaxin® is certified according to Informed ingredient. The product is regularly tested by LGC’s anti-doping laboratory to guarantee that the product is free from prohibited substances. The list of approved Informed Ingredients.

Recommended daily intake: 1-2 capsules with a meal.

Astaxanthin is fat-soluble and should be taken with a meal for best absorption. Astaxanthin needs to be metabolized in the intestine and absorbed together with fat-soluble vitamins. Therefore, it is important to take it with a meal containing fat.

Astaxin® Vegan is an innovative vegan alternative to Astaxin® Original. The capsules are made of carrageenan (from red algae) and modified starch.

Perfect for those who want to eat plant-based or are vegan.

All batches of algae meal are tested for microbiology, heavy metals and astaxanthin concentration to guarantee high quality. We also perform long-term stability tests of our finished formulations to ensure the level of astaxanthin in the finished product always is consistent with the amount stated on the label. Our high-quality standard means our dietary supplements contain the correct level of astaxanthin even at the expiry date. You can trust Astaxin® Original always contains 4 mg of astaxanthin per capsule.

Vitamins C and E protect the body’s cells against oxidative stress. Vitamin C also contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system and reduces tiredness and fatigue.

Astaxin® Original is a powerful antioxidant formulation with AstaReal® natural Haematococcus pluvialis meal high in astaxanthin as the main active ingredient and a boost of vitamins C and E.

The antioxidants collaborate in neutralizing free radicals in the cells.

Free radicals are unstable, short-lived and highly reactive molecules that arise from either normal metabolic process in the body or from exposure to environmental factors such as UV light, smoking, air pollution and industrial chemicals. Free radicals are needed in the body for the immune system and the inflammation process to function, but too high levels of free radicals can lead to damage to cell membranes, proteins, fatty acids and DNA. Antioxidants obtained through the diet can help neutralizing free radicals.

AstaReal’s astaxanthin is backed by more than 35 years of research and is the most studied source of astaxanthin worldwide, with over 150 studies, including 70 human clinical trials. There are also toxicity studies and absorption studies that demonstrate that astaxanthin is safe and effective to use. Astaxanthin’s functional and health-promoting properties have attracted interest, and the antioxidant has been thoroughly studied in various types of studies since early 1990s.

Haematococcus pluvialis is not a red alga despite the bright red colour. It is a green alga that produces the red carotenoid astaxanthin under stressed conditions.

The individual microalga cells are not visible to the naked eye, they can only be seen under a microscope.

Astaxanthin is a red pigment that belongs to the carotenoid family. The substance is formed, among other marine microorganism and fish, by the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis. In Swedish, the algae are called blood rain algae (blodregnsalg).

Astaxanthin is not a vitamin but a member of the carotenoid family, which also includes beta-carotene and zeaxanthin. As a non-essential dietary component, astaxanthin isn’t necessary for survival. However, due to its high antioxidant capacity, incorporating it into the diet may be beneficial.

There are many microorganisms that produce astaxanthin, but the green freshwater alga Haematococcus pluvialis (Latin) is the main source of astaxanthin in nature. This unique microalgae can be found in shallow freshwater bodies, for example rock rocks in the Stockholm archipelago. Under severe conditions of drought or lack of nutrients, the green algae form spores and begin to produce the red pigment astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a strong antioxidant that protects the cells’ fats and membranes from damage and is crucial for cell survival. When conditions are more favourable, the spores can be brought to life and the cells go back to the green phase where they can grow and thrive.

AstaReal AB grows the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis indoors under controlled conditions to maximize harvest and avoid contamination. The algae are cultivated under favourable conditions and in the last step the algae are stressed with reduced nutrient availability and lots of light to induce production of astaxanthin. The algae are harvested when the level of biomass and astaxanthin is optimal and then dried into an algal meal with a high content of astaxanthin. The algae meal can then be further processed into several innovative formulations that can be used in dietary supplements and skin care products.

All Astaxin skincare products are 100% Vegan.

Astaxin skincare have all of them a symbol with open jar 12 months. This means that the product can be used 12 months from the day you have first used them.

Astaxin skincare formulas are developed and manufactured in Sweden.
All formulations are stability tested to guarantee a safe product.

Airless plastic packaging (APP) we use for Astaxin® Calm Face Cream is an eco-friendly airless that combines light weight and PCR materials for a lower environmental impact. It has a patented airless system with pouch, specifically engineered to guarantee a high barrier protection of the product from external sources.

The packaging material for Astaxin are carefully chosen to be good both for the formulations, for the consumers and for the sustainability. We use recyclable and recycled material as far as possible. With cardboard from sustainably managed forests.