Carotenoids are naturally occurring pigments responsible for the vibrant yellow, orange and red colours found in flowers, fruits, vegetables and microalgae. For decades they have gained significant attention in the nutraceutical and food industries for their multifunctional health benefits and antioxidant potential. Ingredients such as lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene, beta-carotene and astaxanthin are among the most researched carotenoids used in modern wellness formulations.
Ingex Germany offers a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality natural carotenoids designed for nutraceutical, functional food, beverage and cosmeceutical applications — developed with a focus on purity, stability, bioavailability and formulation versatility. From eye health and skin nutrition to healthy aging, immunity, sports nutrition and antioxidant support, our ingredients are available in multiple formulation-ready formats for a wide range of applications.
Naturally derived from marigold flowers, lutein and zeaxanthin are among the most recognised carotenoids used in eye, brain and skin health and healthy-aging formulations. Naturally present in the macula of the eye, they are widely incorporated into products supporting visual wellness, blue-light protection and antioxidant defence. With increasing screen exposure and growing awareness around preventive eye care, they continue to gain popularity in nutraceutical and beauty-from-within applications.
Derived from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae, astaxanthin is considered one of nature’s most potent antioxidants. Naturally occurring in certain algae and marine organisms, it has gained significant popularity across sports nutrition, skin health, healthy aging and active-lifestyle categories thanks to its strong antioxidant potential and multifunctional wellness applications.
Widely incorporated into modern nutraceutical formulations, astaxanthin is increasingly used for skin protection, exercise recovery, eye wellness, cognitive support and beauty-from-within solutions — making it a highly valued carotenoid for innovative formulations.
| Type | Standardisation | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Astaxanthin Oleoresin | 10% by UV | Oil / Oleoresin |
| Astaxanthin Water-Soluble Powder | 5% by UV | WS Powder |
| Astaxanthin Beadlets | 5% by UV | Beadlets |
Relyto™ is our premium branded lycopene — the vivid red carotenoid best known for cardiovascular and antioxidant support. Engineered for stability and bioavailability, it is suited to softgels, capsules, functional beverages and beauty-from-within formats across global markets.
Carogex™ is our natural branded beta-carotene — a pro-vitamin A carotenoid valued for antioxidant, skin and healthy-aging applications. Available in oil and powder formats, it integrates easily into supplements, functional foods and cosmeceuticals.
Request samples, bulk quotes or technical documentation for any carotenoid in our portfolio. We hold stock in our Rotterdam warehouse for 48–72 hour delivery across Europe.