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Plamed Green Science Group Astaxanthin

Plamed Green Science Group Astaxanthin is a natural carotenoid, widely found in aquatic animals, bird feathers and micro algae. It has strong antioxidant activity. But because of its poor water solubility and stability, astaxanthin is very easy to be oxidized and decomposed when encountering light, heat, oxygen, etc., which reduces its bioavailability. Plamed develops astaxanthin water emulsion by nano-emulsification technology that overcomes the above shortcomings. Astaxanthin water emulsion is easily absorbed by skin, and still has a strong anti-oxidation property. Transdermal tests have shown that astaxanthin water emulsion can change the tight structure of skin stratum corneum. It can promote the penetration and absorption of astaxanthin, and increase the retention of astaxanthin in skin. Cytotoxicity and skin irritation experiments proved that astaxanthin water emulsion has better safety at a certain concentration, and there is no obvious irritation to human skin. As the strongest antioxidant agent in nature, astaxanthin’s antioxidant activity is 1000 times that of vitamin C. Astaxanthin can effectively protect the skin from ultraviolet (UVA, UVB) damage. Its super strong ability to eliminate free radicals can prevent skin cells from being damaged by free radicals, and reduce wrinkles and fine lines. As a super anti-oxidant agent for cosmetic, astaxanthin is widely used in various cosmetics such as cream, serum, eye cream, facial mask and lotion.

INCI Name: Astaxanthin

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent, Antioxidant, UV Filter

Ingredient Origin: Marine Origin, Natural Origin, Synthetic

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging, Antioxidant Properties, Sun Protection, UV Protection, Wrinkle Prevention

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family

    Carotenoids

    INCI Name

    Astaxanthin

    Ingredient Origin

    Marine Origin,

    Natural Origin,

    Synthetic

    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

    Anti-Aging Agent,

    Antioxidant,

    UV Filter

    Molecular Formula
    C40H52O4
    Odor and taste
    Slight algal smell, no corruption and other odors, no visible impurities
    CAS No.
    472-61-7
    EC No.
    207-451-4
    Technologies

    Cosmetic Ingredients

    Product Families

    Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

    Skin Actives,

    Sunscreen Agents

    Molecular Structure

    Plamed Green Science Group Astaxanthin - Molecular Structure

    Features & Benefits

    Benefit Claims

    Anti-Aging,

    Antioxidant Properties,

    Sun Protection,

    UV Protection,

    Wrinkle Prevention

    Labeling Claims

    Clean at Sephora,

    Credo Clean Standard,

    Natural,

    Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

    Benefits
    • Anti-oxidation & Anti-aging - The antioxidant activity of astaxanthin is equivalent to 10 times that of β-carotene and 550 times that of vitamin E. Astaxanthin can significantly reduce the damage of ROS and NMP to skin collagen and dermis elastin, thus ensuring the normal metabolism of skin. The structure of astaxanthin makes it easy to react with free radicals to scavenge free radicals, and play an anti-oxidant effect. Used in cosmetics, astaxanthin can prevent and delay skin aging and reduce the production of wrinkles and fine lines.
    • Sun Block - Astaxanthin is a very effective photo-protective agent. It has its unique molecular structure. The absorption peak of its substance is about 470nm, which is similar to the UVA wavelength (380-420nm). Therefore, astaxanthin can absorb a large amount of UVA, which can effectively prevent ultraviolet radiation and eliminate free radicals caused by ultraviolet, thereby reducing the damage of ultraviolet rays to skin. In addition, astaxanthin can quickly restore skin damaged by UV burns.

     

    Characteristics
    • Plamed adopts nano-emulsification technology, effectively solving the problems of poor water solubility and stability of astaxanthin.
    • Plamed Astaxanthin is cosmetics grade and water-soluble; it is suitable for cosmetic formulation.
    • Plamed Astaxanthin greatly increases the absorption efficiency and bio-availability.
    • Plamed Astaxanthin can be soluble in water quickly, and without any precipitate.

    Applications & Uses

    Markets

    Personal Care

    Applications

    Personal Care — Beauty & Care

    Skin Care,

    Sun Care

    Application Format

    Creams,

    Gel,

    Leave On,

    Lotions,

    Masks,

    Rinse Off,

    Serum

    Skin Care Applications

    Anti-Aging Products,

    Around Eye Cream,

    Face Cream,

    Face Lotion,

    Facial Mask,

    Skin Serums

    Sun Care Applications

    After Sun Products,

    Sunscreen Cream

    Source
    • The source of astaxanthin is mainly divided into chemical synthesis and natural extraction. Astaxanthin is the final product of carotenoid synthesis, which is difficult to synthesize artificially and is mostly in cis structure. The US FDA only approves the trans-structure astaxanthin for industrial production. Natural extraction methods usually come from aquatic products, such as shrimp and crab shells, algae, etc.
    • Natural astaxanthin mainly comes from Haematococcus pluvialis. The content of astaxanthin in Haematococcus pluvialis is 1.5%-3.0%, which is regarded as a “concentrate” of natural astaxanthin. Haematococcus pluvialis is considered as the best organism to produce astaxanthin in nature.

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Liquid

    Appearance
    Red or deep red liquid
    Physical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Methanolmax. 2000mg/Kg-
    1,4-Dioxanemax. 30mg/Kg-
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Molecular Weight596.84g/mol-
    Specification1%-
    Astaxanthin1%-
    Assay1%--
    Microbiological Values
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Total plate countmax. 1000cfu/g-
    Yeast & moldmax. 100cfu/g-
    E. coliNegative--
    StaphylococcusNegative--
    SalmonellaNegative/10g
    Heavy Metals
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Pbmax .1.0mg/kg-
    Cdmax .1.0mg/kg-
    Asmax .1.0mg/kg-
    Hgmax .1.0mg/kg-

    Safety & Health

    Safety
    • Cosmetic, Toiletry &Fragrance Association (CTFA) has specifiedAstaxanthin as a cosmetics ingredient.
    • Astaxanthinis included in The International Catalog of Chinese Cosmetic Raw Materials Standards in 2010 issued by CAFFCI.
    • Astaxanthin is listed On the Announcement of Name List of Cosmetics Raw Material published by CFDA in 2021. No reports show its insecurity.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type

    Bags,

    Bottles

    Packaging
    • Sample bottles are 30ml and 50ml glass bottles.
    • The products in small batches are packed in 1kg, 5kg and 10kg PE bottles.
    • The outer packing of large quantity products is 200L aluminum bucket with aluminum plastic compound bag inside.
    • Minimal Package - 1KG
    • Minimal Order Quantity - 1KG

    Storage & Handling

    Storage

    Stored in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight and oxidizing agents.