Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring marine carotenoid pigment, renowned for being one of the most potent antioxidants available. Sourced from nature and delivered in a simple capsule form, it acts as a free-radical scavenger, helping to neutralise harmful molecules that can contribute to cellular stress when antioxidant defences are overwhelmed.

Individuals interested in ingredients that play a role in antioxidant-related biochemical processes

Are seeking nutrients involved in skin-related biochemical processes

Lead active, outdoor or high-stress lifestyles with exposure to environmental oxidants

Prefer clean, vegan-friendly, practitioner-quality supplements with a straightforward formulation

Metabolics Astaxanthin is produced to the highest practitioner standards, offering a clean, precise 4 mg dose free from fillers, colours, or additives. Made in the UK to strict GMP and ISO standards, this vegan formula delivers reliable antioxidant support for skin, ageing, and everyday well-being - reflecting Metabolics’ enduring commitment to purity and quality.

A randomized double-blind study evaluated Astaxanthin’s effects on oxidative damage to fatty acid membranes, the study concluded that Astaxanthin supplementation lead to significantly reduced oxidized fatty acids. In another study conducted at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tokushima, Japan. Astaxanthin was found to be twice as effective as Beta-Carotene at inhibiting oxidative damage to lipids (that form cell membranes). The study concluded that Astaxanthin’s unique chemical structure makes it a particularly potent tool for trapping free radicals.

References:

1. “Effects of astaxanthin supplementation on lipid peroxidation” - Research Institute of Public Health, University of Kuopio, P.O. Box 1627, FI-70211 Kuopio, Finland.
2. “Efficient radical trapping at the surface and inside the phospholipid membrane is responsible for highly potent antiperoxidative activity of the carotenoid astaxanthin.” -Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tokushima, Japan.