Astaxanthin
In 21 skincare routines
Summary
Works for
- Anti-oxidation
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-aging
Irritancy risk
2
MediumHelps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
Products with Astaxanthin
Temple SpaEASY GLOWINGretinyl palmitatecaprylic/capric triglycerideglycerin +7 actives
Cleansing
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VTVitamin C Astaxanthin Capsule Creamhexapeptide-9hexapeptide-11copper tripeptide-1 +29 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +3
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AbibRed Effect Serum 1.05 Pumpniacinamideadenosinealpha-arbutin +2 actives
Anti-aging Evens skin tone +3
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SBSEven Intensive Skin Tone Correcting Serum | skinbetter scienceniacinamideVitamin Cglycolic acid +16 actives
Evens skin tone Moisturizing +4
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BYOMA UKUltralight Face Fluid SPF 50lactic acidphytosphingosineceramide np +13 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +3
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MedipeelPeptide 9 Volume and Tension Tox Cream Protripeptide-1nonapeptide-1hexapeptide-9 +45 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +3
Fragrance
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Standard SeoulBrightening Bouncy Boost Serumniacinamidealpha-arbutin3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid +14 actives
Evens skin tone Moisturizing +3
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Some By MiGalactomyces Glutathione Glow Milky TonerVitamin Cniacinamideadenosine +14 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +3
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Peace OutRetinol Eye Jelly Stickretinolacetyl hexapeptide-8caprylic/capric triglyceride +4 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +3
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AizenPhytorevita Ampoulecopper tripeptide-1acetyl octapeptide-3retinal +26 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +4
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Scientific sources
- Astaxanthin, canthaxanthin and b-carotene differently affect UVA-induced oxidative damage and expression of oxidative stress-responsive enzymes
- Astaxanthin attenuates the UVA-induced up-regulation of matrixmetalloproteinase-1 and skin fibroblast elastase in human dermal fibroblasts
- Protective Effects of Topical Application of a Poorly Soluble Antioxidant Astaxanthin Liposomal Formulation on Ultraviolet-Induced Skin Damage
Similar ingredients
Anti-oxidation
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingRetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applicationsTocopherolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Anti-inflammatory
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl EsterA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinklesAllantoinHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydratedAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant propertiesCentella Asiatica ExtractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.