Liposomal Astaxanthin 1%

Astaxanthin — Liposomal Bulk Raw Material for Anti-Aging & Beauty

Liposomal Astaxanthin delivers nature's most potent carotenoid antioxidant at 1% liposomal encapsulation for premium cosmetic formulations. With a singlet oxygen quenching capacity 6,000 times greater than vitamin C and 800 times greater than CoQ10, astaxanthin spans the entire cell membrane bilayer, providing unmatched protection against lipid peroxidation. It inhibits MMP-1, MMP-2, and MMP-13 expression in UV-exposed skin while reducing inflammatory mediators, making it the ultimate photoprotective cosmetic active.

Available Purity Grades

• Astaxanthin 1% (HPLC) — Liposomal powder with phosphatidylcholine encapsulation for enhanced bioavailability.

Why Choose Our Liposomal Astaxanthin?

• Supreme Singlet Oxygen Quenching: Neutralizes singlet oxygen 6,000 times more effectively than vitamin C and 800 times more than CoQ10, making it the single most powerful natural quencher of this damaging reactive oxygen species.
• Full Membrane Spanning: Unlike vitamin E (which protects only the inner membrane) or vitamin C (which protects only the aqueous phase), astaxanthin's unique polar ends span the entire phospholipid bilayer, protecting the membrane from both sides simultaneously.
• MMP-13 Inhibition: Specifically suppresses collagenase MMP-13, the enzyme most responsible for deep wrinkle formation, while also downregulating MMP-1 and MMP-2 for comprehensive collagen preservation.
• Anti-Inflammatory Power: Reduces TNF-α, IL-1β, and PGE2 levels in UV-exposed skin, breaking the photoaging inflammatory cascade that leads to collagen destruction and wrinkle deepening.
• Skin Elasticity Enhancement: Clinical studies demonstrate that topical astaxanthin improves skin elasticity, reduces moisture loss, and diminishes fine lines after 8 weeks of consistent application in cosmetic formulations.
• UV Damage Mitigation: Decreases the formation of cyclobutane pyrimidine dimers—the primary DNA lesions caused by UVB—by approximately 40%, providing a secondary line of genomic defense beneath sunscreen filters.

Target Applications

• Premium Sun-Care & After-Sun Brands: Companies developing after-sun repair serums and daily moisturizers with SPF that incorporate astaxanthin's unmatched photoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Luxury Anti-Aging Lines: High-end skincare brands positioning astaxanthin as a hero ingredient for its rare origin (Haematococcus pluvialis algae) and clinically demonstrated wrinkle-reduction efficacy.

Quality & Compliance

• GMP-certified production facilities
• Liposomal encapsulation verified by DLS particle size analysis
• COA provided with every shipment
• Heavy metals compliant (Pb ≤ 2 ppm, As ≤ 1 ppm)
• Custom packaging and private labeling available
• Stable shelf life: 24 months (cool, dry storage, protected from light)

Bulk Supply & OEM Service

We supply liposomal Astaxanthin in bulk quantities (sample to 25 kg drums) for B2B buyers, contract manufacturers, and private-label brands. Contact our technical team for quotes, sample requests, or formulation consultation.