What is Astaxanthin?
Role not confirmed
We haven't written up what this ingredient does yet. The products below feature it as a key ingredient.
Which products feature it?
7 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
Showing 1 to 7.

JUVELOOK
PDLLA Protecting Cream
Key Astaxanthin (#32 on the ingredient list), Polylactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen
2 claims checked
Claims, checked
Cream
backed by evidencePDLLA Protecting
overstated

CNP Laboratory
Derma Answer Brightening Booster TXA-PDRN Mist
Key Astaxanthin (#33 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid 1%
GRAYMELIN
Astaxanthin Crazy Foam Cleanser
Key Astaxanthin (#36 on the ingredient list)
16 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · calmer skin
- Don't count on:
- a brighter skin tone
- Tests passed:
- dermatologist check
See each claim
Claims, checked
NATURAL PROTECTOR astaxanthin, centella, charcoal
backed by evidenceContains naturally derived ingredients
backed by evidenceKey ingredients - wine,plum,raspberry,wild strawberry,pomegranate,peach,fig,astaxanthin
partly backedBecause skin is different, cleansing must be different too!
partly backedCrazy Foam Cleanser uses plant-derived surfactants obtained from coconut to give a gentler cleanse with no inner tightness.
partly backedGraymelin's own special cleansing recipe! We included patented ingredients so even sensitive skin can use it with confidence.
partly backedSoothing·Moisturizing·Sebum patented ingredient a patented ingredient containing Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract,White Willow Bark Extract,Oregano Leaf Extract,Purslane Extract,Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract,Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract,Cinnamon Bark Extract
partly backedHealthily! Worry-free foam cleanser low-irritation large-capacity foam cleanser
partly backedThe test product was patch-tested for 24 hours, and as a result of a dermatologist's visual evaluation 30 minutes and 24 hours after patch removal, it was judged non-irritating.
partly backedA complexion foam cleanser that contains astaxanthin 500 times that of vitamin E and wine, finishing with clear skin texture
overstatedWorried? For blotchy skin, astaxanthin!
no supporting source foundAfter cleansing, even clearer and brighter! Lively, radiant cleansing
no supporting source foundBlotchy dull skin ASTAXANTHIN astaxanthin
no supporting source foundA moisture-packed cleansing habit that leaves only moisture, no tightness
no supporting source foundClear complexion skin texture care dull skin
nothing specific to checkSurprising even in ingredients·capacity, large capacity 500ml
nothing specific to check

Dongkook Pharmaceutical
Mela-Set Dark Spot Toning Creamy Essence
It's made for a brighter skin tone.
Key Astaxanthin (#41 on the ingredient list), Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid
4 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- a brighter skin tone (amount unknown) · less visible dark spots (amount unknown)
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Claims, checked
This product contains TECA (Centella Asiatica standardized extract) and 'Dual Melaquinone', composed of whitening functional ingredients, as well as Tranexamic Acid and Glutathione, and is designed to comprehensively care for concern areas and skin tone, according to the description.
partly backedMelaset Dark Spot Toning Creamy Essence is a product that cares for dark spots and dull skin tone to create an even and clear skin tone.
overstated[Special/Dark Spot Tone-Up Agent]
overstatedApplying the '3-step micronization process', the finer formula increased the absorption of active ingredients.
no supporting source found
Key Astaxanthin (#42 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Madecassoside
1 claim checked
Claims, checked
Pure Radiance Cream
partly backed
The history of Whoo
UV Ultimate Red Sun Stick
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for wrinkle improvement and UV protection.
Key Astaxanthin (#51 on the ingredient list), Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
3 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- softer-looking fine lines · sun protection
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Claims, checked
Wrinkle improvement, UV protection
backed by evidenceA sun stick that applies smoothly and finishes dry for simple sun care anytime, anywhere
plausible, not testedA low-irritation antioxidant sun stick that is easy to apply over with a smooth and dry feel
partly backed
Key Astaxanthin (#54 on the ingredient list), Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, Adenosine Triphosphate
2 claims checked
Claims, checked
No. 9 NAD (NAD)
backed by evidenceBio Lifting
plausible, not tested
Often featured alongside it
Are the claims about it backed up?
We checked each claim that features this ingredient. Open the list below to see the result for each one.
See the results by claim
| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| backed by evidence | 1 of 5 |
| partly backed | 1 of 5 |
| overstated | 1 of 5 |
| no supporting source found | 2 of 5 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.

