CDF Astaxanthin Liquid Extract

CDF Astaxanthin 3% Liquid Extract

Premium oil-soluble carotenoid antioxidant for radiance, barrier defense, and photo-aging support.

INCI Name: Squalane (and) Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract

Appearance: Red to orange oil

Standardization: 3% natural astaxanthin

Solubility: Oil-soluble

Recommended Usage: 2–4%

Function: Antioxidant support, visible radiance, barrier support, photo-stress defense

CDF Astaxanthin 3% Liquid Extract is a ready-to-use microalgae-derived antioxidant suspended in lightweight squalane for elegant sensory feel and easy integration into modern oil serums and high-end emulsions. Designed to help support skin that looks brighter, calmer, and more resilient under daily environmental exposure.

What It Does

Astaxanthin is a high-value carotenoid used in premium skincare for its ability to support skin comfort and visible radiance in oxidative-stress and sun-exposed routines. Because it is oil-soluble, it performs especially well in lipid systems where barrier and glow benefits are most noticeable.

Key Benefits

• Helps support a more radiant, energized-looking complexion
• Provides lipid-phase antioxidant support for daily environmental exposure
• Supports barrier resilience and reduces the look of dryness-related dullness
• Ideal for photo-aging support routines (day serums, after-sun, recovery)
• Works beautifully in premium facial oils and elegant emulsions

Common Applications

• Antioxidant facial oils & oil-serums
• After-sun and recovery systems
• Barrier-support moisturizers and night treatments
• Eye-area oils (low % for gentle tint control)
• High-end emulsions needing oil-phase antioxidant coverage

Usage Guidelines

• 2–4% recommended for most leave-on skincare
• Add to the oil phase or during cool-down below 40 °C
• Higher levels increase color intensity and may tint skin temporarily in very rich oils
• Protect from extended heat and direct light during processing and storage

Formulation Tips

• Pairs well with tocopherols for broader antioxidant performance
• Blend with squalane, jojoba, hemisqualane, or light esters for a “dry oil” finish
• For emulsions: incorporate into the oil phase and process normally
• Use lower levels for subtle glow systems, higher levels for intensive antioxidant oils

This ingredient is oil-based. For water-only formulas, proper emulsification is required. Supplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use.

Documents

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Disclaimer

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use only. Not intended for direct application to skin without proper formulation. Not a drug or medicinal ingredient.