Ingredient glossary
Astaxanthin
INCI: Astaxanthin
Solid and proven
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What it does
- antioxidant
- anti aging
- photoprotection
moderate evidenceOpen label and controlled trials combining three to six milligrams oral astaxanthin with around point two to point four percent topical show significant reductions in wrinkle area and improved elasticity versus placebo or baseline.
On a label: usually effective at 0.2-1%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- normal
- dry
- combo
- photoaged
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
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