Meet Astaxanthin, Our Secret Weapon

Astaxanthin is one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants. It’s derived from fresh water microalgae and boasts numerous health and beauty benefits. You may be surprised to hear that this under the radar ingredient is what gives flamingos, salmon and shrimp their pink color. Astaxanthin’s unparalleled antioxidant powers make it a worthy addition to your beauty ritual.

Oxidative stress is a major cause for accelerated skin aging and dermal damage. An increase of free-radicals in the body is caused by factors in everyday life such as pollution, UV exposure, diet and unhealthy lifestyle choices, all of which lead to oxidative stress.

Antioxidants help to counteract the damaging effects of oxidative stress to the skin. Undoubtedly, eating a healthy diet full of antioxidant-rich foods on a daily basis is the most effective way to keep oxidative stress at bay. Plus, it has a positive effect on your overall health. You can also help protect your skin from oxidative stress by applying skin care products that contain antioxidants. However, not all antioxidants are created equal and some can become inactive as time goes on. Astaxanthin’s potent antioxidant activity, along with its superior stability, makes it an exceptional ingredient for skin care – effectively assisting with prevention and correction.

How Astaxanthin Benefits Skin:

1. 1. Clinical studies showed a visible reduction in hyperpigmentation, wrinkle formation and collagen breakdown.
2. 2. Clinical studies demonstrated visible improvements in skin elasticity and moisture content.
3. 3. Clinical studies showed that Astaxanthin helped to protect against environmental stressors.
4. 4. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid, a natural red pigment that promotes a healthy-looking glow.

Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants known to science, which makes it beneficial to all skin types. Dry, sensitive and environmentally distressed skin benefit from the calming effects of astaxanthin. Mature skin benefits from the preventative and corrective benefits of astaxanthin.

Astaxanthin is a clinically evaluated antioxidant with serious skin benefits. Furthermore, this powerhouse ingredient is 100% natural and non-GMO, making it a vital player in an effective skincare routine.

5 Tips for Adding Astaxanthin To Your Skincare Routine

Now that you know all about astaxanthin, you may be wondering how you are going to use that bottle that you want to purchase. As we said, a little goes a long way so you will have plenty of opportunity to use up that bottle in your various skincare products. Here are 5 ways you can incorporate astaxanthin into your skincare products to get the maximum benefits from it.

1. Add a drop to your sunscreen in the morning. Put the desired amount of sunscreen on your palm, place one drop of astaxanthin in the middle mix it together in your palm and apply to your face, neck and decolletage. Don’t forget your forearms and the backs of your hands! Astaxanthin can enhance your sunscreen’s ability to block UV rays but don’t use it as a replacement of sunscreen. Let dry before getting dressed to avoid staining clothes.
2. Add a few drops of astaxanthin to your facial oil and mix well. You can use your facial oil or one of ours like our Squalane Oil or Roship Seed Oil. To use, place a few drops of your facial oil onto your palm, rub your hands together and pat lightly onto your face. Let that sink in before applying any other skincare product. Pro Tip: Use this oil on your arms and legs right after a shower or add some oil to your bath.
3. Speaking of the body, add a few drops to your favorite body lotion. Make sure to mix well. Apply once or twice a day for smooth, hydrated and younger looking skin.
4. You will get the most benefit out of using astaxanthin by using it in the morning, but adding it to your nighttime routine is preferable to some of our customers. Add a few drops to your night time moisturizing treatment to help reverse damage from the sun and pollution from the day. Night time has the added bonus of not worrying about staining your clothes, even though it may stain your pillow case. Pro tip: start small with just a drop or two and continue to add more depending on how dark you want your cream.
5. One last recommendation is to add some astaxanthin to your facial mask (not your face mask). Give that facial mask an antioxidant boost by adding a drop or maybe two. Your skin may temporarily turn orange, but it will soon fade.