What If the Most Powerful Skin Protection in the World Isn't a Cream?
Japanese women discovered the answer twenty years ago. The clinical research now proves why it works.
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Your Skincare Routine is Only Working on the Surface.
Two women use the same serum. The same SPF. The same night cream. Five years later, one looks visibly younger than the other.
The difference isn't what they put on their skin. It's what's happening underneath it.
You do everything right. The morning routine. The SPF, every single day. The retinol, the vitamin C serum, the eye cream that cost more than dinner.
And still, every year, your mirror shows something your routine can't seem to fix.
A new line appears. Your skin looks duller than it did six months ago. The texture is changing, slowly, in a direction you don't like. You're not imagining it.
Here's what's happening. UV light and daily stress create free radicals deep below the surface, in layers no cream can reach.
Over time, those free radicals break down collagen and reduce elasticity. The fine lines and dullness showing up in your mirror aren't from lack of effort. They're from damage happening in a place your skincare routine can't get to.
Your skincare routine protects the surface. It can't protect the structure.
Your next serum won't fix this. It requires protection from inside the body, at the cellular level.
And that's exactly the approach women in Japan adopted over twenty years ago.
Alongside their skincare routines, they take a daily supplement called astaxanthin. You've almost certainly never heard of it. But you've seen it your whole life.
It's the molecule that makes salmon pink and flamingos red. It comes from microalgae, the tiny organisms at the base of the marine food chain. In wild salmon, astaxanthin is what protects their muscles during the gruelling upstream swim to spawn. Without it, they wouldn't survive the journey. It's one of the most powerful protective molecules in nature.
And for the last twenty years, millions of people across Japan have been taking it daily. Not as a sunscreen. As an internal shield against the same kind of damage that ages your skin from within.
Published research measures astaxanthin’s ability to neutralise free radicals, the molecules that damage your skin cells. It outperforms vitamin C by 6,000 times. Vitamin E by 550 times. CoQ10 by 800 times.
Most antioxidants can become harmful at high concentrations. They flip and start causing the damage they were meant to prevent.
Astaxanthin never does this. It stays protective regardless of dose.
This is the single most powerful antioxidant ever measured. And you can take it every morning with breakfast.
ANTIOXIDANT POTENCY INDEX
Relative free-medical
Vitamin C1x
Vitamin E550x
CoQ10800x
Astaxanthin6,000x
The most powerful antioxidant ever measured
Based on published antioxidant potency measurements in peer-reviewed research.
Published Research. Real Skin Outcomes.
In a 16-week randomised, placebo-controlled trial, 65 women took either astaxanthin or a placebo during the months when UV exposure and environmental stress are harshest.
The placebo group measurably declined.
More wrinkles, less moisture, increased skin inflammation.
Their wrinkle depth, moisture levels, and elasticity all held steady while the control group's skin worsened around them.
SAME AGE. SAME CONDITIONS. DIFFERENT PROTECTION.
A separate systematic review of 11 clinical studies confirmed the pattern: supplementation improved skin texture, reduced wrinkle formation, and increased moisture content. Benefits appeared at doses as low as 6mg per day.
Biosphere Astaxanthin delivers 12mg daily.
Double the minimum effective dose found in published research.
Most Astaxanthin Supplements Waste Your Money
Astaxanthin is fat-soluble. Deliver it alone and most passes through your digestive system unused.
Every Biosphere softgel includes a specialised absorption complex with phosphatidylcholine and olive oil, designed to significantly enhance uptake of fat-soluble antioxidants compared to standard formulations.
Based on published research on phospholipid-enhanced carotenoid absorption.
This is the difference between a supplement that sits in your stomach and one that actually reaches your skin.
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And while your skin gets the primary benefit, published research shows astaxanthin also supports eye comfort, joint health, and cardiovascular function.
One supplement. Two softgels at breakfast. Whole-body protection.
Astaxanthin is vital for us all in this aging process. Every blessing we can get for all round health and optimal function is a bonus. We are grateful for the bioavailable source. Regards Steve and Fiona
I have tried many supplements over the years. Some I’ve stopped using because I didn’t notice a difference. I Will always aim to keep astaxanthin as part of my stack. I have noticed such an amazing change in my skin. My skin has always been good, but this has taken it to another level. I love this product!
I particularly love the Biosphere brand as they use olive oil in the capsules, rather than seed oils. Really happy to support this NZ company.
Great product, I have been using it to help my eyes feel more comfortable ( post menopause) , they are definitely less scratchy than they were! I can’t wait to try the magnesium yet, it looks really good.
Very good product but I did have to adapt it. I found taking it just before bed it would give me a hit of energy. So I no take it with dinner or just after around 7 and it gives my body time to process the ashwaganda. I still do have trouble sleeping but I do feel the nights I do sleep it’s a deeper sleep. I am going through a lot of stress and biological changes but I do feel it has helped just not as much as I hoped. The flavour is delicious and the customer service was awesome. I’m going to try the plain magnesium next time as I think ashwagandha not well suited to me
I was sceptical but desperate when I started using Gut Support. After the first month, there hadn’t been a huge change, but I decided I was going to give it 2 months. Only a week into the second tub I noticed a definite change, and after not quite 2 months my system is so much calmer and more regular - the best it has been in nearly 6 years.
This has been a game changer for me . It has eased pain and cramping at night . It promotes a feeling if calm and relaxation . I will never stop using this . Please buy it . I promise you won’t be sorry . Carolyn
I began taking this product 2 weeks ago to help with my sleep due to RLS and aching muscles due to injuries. Its great. I fall asleep well and sleep longer. I love the lemon lime flavour too!
Great quality astaxanthin and an easy addition to my daily supplement routine. I take it for its antioxidant, skin and general healthy-ageing benefits. Simple, well-dosed and no fuss. Very happy with it.
My husband and I have both been taking Biosphere Nitric Oxide, and we’ve been really happy with how we feel since starting it. We both feel so much better overall and have noticed a real difference in our general well-being and energy.
It’s now become part of our daily routine, and based on our personal experience, we’re very pleased with it. It’s not often that we find a product that we both feel has made a noticeable difference, but this one has. We’ll definitely continue taking it!
Another one bites the dust! I’m really benefiting from taking this product every evening. I’m sleeping through the night, and waking refreshed. I would recommend this to anyone as a fuss free, easily digestible form of magnesium for settling your nervous system and allowing good sleep patterns.
Really like the Biosphere Magnesium.
It's so helpful before and after hard physical work when I tend to get plagued with cramp. Alongside other salts & good hydration it's been great .Also very pleasant to drink. My wife also likes to use it at night for restless legs & to help relax. 😊
I have systemic health issues and this is great for sleep, nerves and digestion (in a slow moving system). Great combination of types of magnesium. Easy to mix and take.
Having parkinsons disease, exercise is very much my medication but has consequences the magnesium helps with the cramps and sleep quality which makes tomorrow better.
I haven't gotten my very first bottle yet, but I will be ordering more.
Capsules are easy to swallow, and makes it easy that need to take with food . Easy to remember with breakfast
It’s one of those things that you don’t you don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone! I was sleeping well and didn’t notice my gym recovery was good until I ran out of magnesium! Without it, my sleep is terrible and I’m sore for days after working out. Ordering more now!
I am so happy with my Astaxanthin . Can’t believe that it has worked so quick at pain relief . I have tried lots of other products in many years and I think this is the best thing I have tried . I have no pain and it so good . I hope this keeps up I have arthritis and and a few joint replacements so always in pain . Thank you
Both flavours are nice and the powder mixes well. No longer getting night time cramps, so very happy with this. Will definitely be continuing with this product.
Free from gluten, dairy, yeast, corn, sugar, preservatives, and colours. Contains soy.
Astaxanthin6MG PER SOFTGEL (12MG DAILY DOSE)
From red microalgae, extracted using a solvent-free CO2 process. No harsh solvents. The most researched natural antioxidant for skin, eye, and joint health.
Phosphatidylcholine10MG PER SOFTGEL
A phospholipid that enhances astaxanthin absorption. Also supports healthy nerve cell function.
Olive Oil
Supports absorption. Astaxanthin is fat-soluble. It needs healthy fat to reach your skin effectively.
Vitamin E10MG PER SOFTGEL
Stabilises the formula and provides additional antioxidant support.
Free from gluten, dairy, yeast, corn, sugar, preservatives, and colours. Contains soy.
What to Expect
First 2 weeks
Astaxanthin begins building in your system. Some people notice reduced eye strain and improved energy before visible skin changes appear.
First 2 weeks
Astaxanthin begins building in your system. Some people notice reduced eye strain and improved energy before visible skin changes appear.
This is where published research shows measurable skin improvements. Better moisture retention, improved texture, and reduced sensitivity to UV damage.
Weeks 4 to 8
Weeks 4 to 8
This is where published research shows measurable skin improvements. Better moisture retention, improved texture, and reduced sensitivity to UV damage.
Ongoing use
Benefits are cumulative. Consistent daily use provides lasting protection for your skin, eyes, joints, and cardiovascular health.
Ongoing use
Benefits are cumulative. Consistent daily use provides lasting protection for your skin, eyes, joints, and cardiovascular health.
Protect Your Skin From the Inside Out
Protect Your Skin From the Inside Out
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Biosphere Astaxanthin
60 softgels · 30-day supply
12mg astaxanthin daily (double the minimum effective dose)
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Frequently Asked Questions
A naturally occurring antioxidant found in microalgae. It’s what gives salmon and prawns their pink colour. Published research ranks it among the most powerful antioxidants ever measured. It’s been a mainstream daily supplement in Japan for over twenty years.
Most people notice improvements between 4 and 8 weeks of daily use. Clinical studies measured significant skin benefits at the 8 to 16 week mark. Consistency matters. This builds up over time.
It’s an excellent dose. A systematic review of clinical studies found skin benefits at doses as low as 6mg per day. At two softgels daily, you’re getting 12mg, double the minimum effective dose found in published research.
Most Kiwis haven’t, yet. Astaxanthin is well established across Asia, where it’s been a mainstream supplement for decades. Japan alone accounts for 25% of the global market. The research base is extensive, and it’s now gaining traction in New Zealand.
Yes. Astaxanthin is well tolerated and safe to combine with most supplements and medications. If you’re on blood-thinning medication or managing a specific condition, check with your doctor first.
Yes. Astaxanthin has a strong safety profile across published clinical studies. No serious adverse events have been reported. It’s been taken daily by millions of people across Japan for over twenty years.
The astaxanthin and all ingredients inside the softgel are plant-derived. However, the softgel shell contains gelatin, so the product isn’t suitable for strict vegans.
The astaxanthin is extracted from red microalgae using a solvent-free CO₂ process. The product is manufactured in a GMP-certified facility in West Auckland. Every batch is independently third-party tested for identity, purity, and potency.
Yes. Up to 4 softgels (24mg) daily is safe and well within the doses used in published research. Some customers increase their dose for joint or eye support.
You’re covered by our 60-day money-back guarantee. If you don’t see a difference, email us for a full refund. No questions, no hassle.
Remember Those Two Women With the Same Skincare Routine?
One protected her skin from the outside only.
The other added protection from within, at the cellular level where ageing actually begins.
Astaxanthin is backed by over a decade of published clinical research. It's been trusted across Japan for twenty years. And Biosphere has been selling it in New Zealand since 2016
Try it for 60 days. If your skin doesn't feel different, you pay nothing.