Astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis is a highly potent, esterified carotenoid antioxidant—20–50× stronger than synthetic forms—offering exceptional stability, bioavailability, and broad health benefits. Clinically proven to protect cardiovascular, ocular, muscular, and skin health, it reduces oxidative stress, inflammation, and UV-induced damage while supporting endurance, cognitive function, and metabolic balance. Produced sustainably in closed systems, it is vegan, contaminant-free, and suitable for diverse applications from nutraceuticals to advanced cosmetics.
Omega-3 oil from Schizochytrium sp. microalgae is a natural, sustainable source of EPA and DHA fatty acids. It delivers high bioavailability and purity without the contaminants associated with fish oil. This plant-based ingredient is approved as a Novel Food in the EU for up to 1 g/day of DHA intake. It supports cardiovascular, cognitive, and immune health while providing anti-inflammatory benefits. Available in oil or microencapsulated formats, it is versatile for supplements, functional foods, and fortified beverages.
β-Carotene Oil from Dunaliella salina is a natural carotenoid-rich extract standardized in β-carotene and lutein. Known for its strong antioxidant capacity, it supports visual and immune health while providing vibrant pigmentation. Available in oil, microencapsulated form, or capsules, it is highly bioavailable and versatile across dietary supplements, functional foods, and cosmetic formulations.
Tetraselmis chuii is a marine microalga with high nutritional density, containing proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and pigments such as chlorophyll, lutein, and β-carotene. It is the richest known natural source of superoxide dismutase (SOD ≥30,000 IU/g), making it a potent antioxidant. Cultivated in closed photobioreactors under natural sunlight, the powder is additive-free and versatile for food, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and animal nutrition use.
Spirulina is a nutrient-dense microalga containing more than 60% high-quality plant protein, phycocyanin, β-carotenes, chlorophyll, essential fatty acids, and minerals. Sustainably cultivated in closed photobioreactors and supplied as a stable powder, it provides antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties for nutraceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, and animal nutrition
B-Phycoerythrin (B-PE) is a natural phycobiliprotein extracted from the marine microalga Porphyridium sp. It provides a vivid purple-pink color, strong antioxidant capacity, and immunomodulatory benefits. Available in purity grades (E16, E18, E25), it serves as both a functional colorant and bioactive ingredient in cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and biotechnology applications
C-Phycocyanin is a natural phycobiliprotein extracted from Spirulina, offering vivid blue pigmentation and antioxidant benefits. Supplied as a stable freeze-dried powder with purity grades (E16, E18, E25), it is highly versatile for food, cosmetic, and nutraceutical use. Its fluorescent properties make it both a functional colorant and bioactive ingredient.
Nannochloropsis sp. is a nutrient-rich microalga containing high-quality Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA (2–5%), along with proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, and xanthin antioxidants. Its lipid fraction is conjugated with phospholipids and glycolipids for enhanced bioavailability, making it a versatile ingredient for nutraceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, and animal nutrition
Dunaliella salina powder is a natural, bioavailable source of β-carotene (1–2%) and other carotenoids such as lutein, zeaxanthin, and cryptoxanthin. Cultivated in closed photobioreactors and spray-dried, it offers strong antioxidant activity with proven stability in formulations. Suitable for food, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and animal applications
Chlorella vulgaris is a nutrient-dense microalga rich in chlorophyll, carotenoids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. With strong detoxifying and revitalizing activity, it supports skin vitality, antioxidant defense, and cellular renewal
AFA is a freshwater microalga with high nutritional density, containing complete proteins, bioavailable B12, essential minerals, chlorophyll, β-carotene, phycocyanin, and phenylethylamine (PEA). It supports cellular regeneration, strengthens antioxidant defenses, boosts detoxification, and enhances skin vitality, making it valuable in anti-aging, protective, and energizing formulations.
Spirulina platensis is a cyanobacteria biomass rich in proteins (60–70%), phycocyanin, chlorophyll, carotenoids, and essential fatty acids. Used as a natural blue-green pigment with documented antioxidant and anti-inflammatory bioactivity, it is positioned in cosmetics as a functional active rather than a decorative colorant. Optimal stability is at pH 6–7 under cold processing (<40 °C). It aligns strongly with clean-label, vegan, and sustainable trends
AlgaeTech™ Porphyridium is a next-generation cosmetic active from the red microalga Porphyridium cruentum. Its natural polysaccharide shield, formed over millions of years for survival, is now harnessed to deliver deep hydration, barrier protection, regeneration, and anti-aging benefits through its rich content of sulfated polysaccharides, sugars, proteins, and marine minerals.
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