Longlife Astaxanthin Vegan Dietary supplement Natural astaxanthin supplement from microalgae. With antioxidant activity. This supplement contains astaxanthin obtained from microalgae of Hawaiian origin. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid, with a powerful antioxidant activity, produced by some types of algae and plankton. The most important source of astaxanthin is the Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae, which autonomously produces this carotenoid. The antioxidant activity of astaxanthin shows excellent potential as an oral skin photoprotector and acts on dry skin, elasticity, roughness, hydration rate and wrinkles. Like all carotenoids, astaxanthin plays protective roles at the ocular, cardiovascular and immune levels. Active principles Astaxanthin: natural carotenoid present in the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis Flotow; has a high antioxidant potential. Plus The astaxanthin contained in this product derives from the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis, grown in fenced bioreactors, with a high purity and consistency. In addition, the pearl of plant origin makes the product suitable for the vegan consumer. Benefits Antioxidant Curiosity Astaxanthin is a carotenoid discovered in the '70s that is found in the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis Flotow as well as in shrimp, krill and salmon; it is a purple-red pigment, responsible for the particular coloring of the algae that contain it and, following the food chain, of those living beings that nourish it. The antioxidant power of this carotenoid is known, and its ability to protect against free radicals is over 500 times more effective than vitamin E. Like the other elements in its class, astaxanthin contributes to the strengthening of antioxidant defenses and slows down cellular aging. It also has the ability to help the health of the eye, especially protecting the retina and the macula and helping to maintain a correct visual ability. Format: 30 Plant pearls