NOW Foods Astaxanthin 4mg – 60 Vegetarian Softgels
NOW Foods Astaxanthin 4mg – 60 Vegetarian Softgels
NOW Foods Astaxanthin 4mg delivers 4mg of astaxanthin per softgel, sourced from Haematococcus pluvialis algae extract, in a vegetarian and vegan softgel — 60 per bottle.
Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment found in microalgae, and NOW's version is sourced as Zanthin®, a branded Haematococcus pluvialis extract. This is a single-ingredient formula — no added vitamins, minerals, or other actives — so it's built for buyers who specifically want astaxanthin on its own, at a stated 4mg dose, rather than as part of a wider multi-ingredient formula.
At a Glance
- Format: Astaxanthin 4mg, vegetarian and vegan softgel
- Hero active: Astaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis extract, as Zanthin®) — 4mg per softgel
- Pack size: 60 softgels — up to 60 days at 1 daily, or 30 days at 2 daily
- Capsule type: Vegetarian softgel (modified corn starch, glycerin, carrageenan, water) — no gelatin
- Regulatory status: Food supplement, FSAI-regulated
- Delivery: Dispatched next-day from Dublin, free delivery over €75
| Supplement Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 1 Vegetarian Softgel |
| Servings Per Container | 60 |
| Astaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis extract, as Zanthin®) | 4mg** |
** Daily Value not established. Other ingredients: Vegetarian Softgel Capsule (modified corn starch, glycerin, carrageenan, water), Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Mixed Tocopherols (from non-GMO soy) and Rosemary Leaf Extract. Zanthin® is a registered trademark of Valensa International.
- 4mg astaxanthin per softgel, sourced from Haematococcus pluvialis algae extract
- Vegetarian and vegan softgel — no gelatin, no animal-derived capsule material
- Non-GMO ingredients, made in a GMP-certified facility
- Free from wheat, gluten, dairy, egg, fish, shellfish and sesame
- Delivered in an extra virgin olive oil base
- 60-count bottle — flexible 1-2 softgels daily dosing
- Dispatched next-day from Dublin, free delivery over €75
What is NOW Foods Astaxanthin 4mg?
It's a single-ingredient food supplement providing 4mg of astaxanthin per softgel, sourced from Haematococcus pluvialis algae extract (Zanthin® branded ingredient). Each bottle contains 60 vegetarian and vegan softgels.
How much astaxanthin is in each softgel?
Each softgel provides 4mg of astaxanthin. The label directs 1 softgel 1-2 times daily, giving a daily intake of 4-8mg depending on how many you take.
Is this product vegan and vegetarian?
Yes. The softgel shell is made from modified corn starch, glycerin, carrageenan and water — no gelatin or other animal-derived material is used in the capsule or the formula.
Does this product contain soy?
Yes. The mixed tocopherols used to protect the oil base are sourced from non-GMO soy. The product is free from wheat, gluten, dairy, egg, fish, shellfish and sesame, but it is not soy-free.
Is astaxanthin legal to buy in Ireland?
Yes. Astaxanthin is a permitted food supplement ingredient in Ireland and the wider EU, sold here as a standard over-the-counter food supplement regulated by the FSAI.
How many softgels should I take per day?
The label directs 1 softgel, 1 to 2 times daily, with food. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose unless advised otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Are there any precautions before taking astaxanthin?
Adults only. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this or any food supplement. Keep out of reach of children.
Will I be charged customs on delivery to Ireland?
No. Orders are dispatched from our Dublin warehouse, so there are no customs charges or import delays — just standard next-day DPD delivery within Ireland, free over €75.
Why do astaxanthin doses vary between brands — 4mg, 5mg, or higher?
Manufacturers set different dose levels, and a higher milligram figure on its own doesn't indicate a more effective product — it simply reflects that brand's chosen serving size. This NOW Foods softgel is verified at 4mg per serving; check the supplement facts panel on any product you compare it to.