Warnings to customers of dm and Rossmann & Co.: The rumor circulating is completely baseless
In recent times, there has been a buzz surrounding the use of astaxanthin as a natural sun protection alternative. However, a thorough investigation by the Consumer Center has shed light on the reality of the situation.
Ron Perduss, a well-respected financial and consumer expert in Germany with over 325,000 followers on social media, has now addressed the rumors surrounding astaxanthin's sun protection capabilities. According to Perduss, sunscreen remains the most effective means of sun protection, and astaxanthin can at best provide support, but it is not a replacement for sunscreen.
The investigation by the Consumer Center focused on the health-promoting effects of astaxanthin, specifically its impact on eye health. Regrettably, the Center found no conclusive evidence to support the claims of astaxanthin's positive effect on eye health. Furthermore, the Center's investigation did not discover any health-promoting effects of astaxanthin beyond those attributed to carotenoids in general.
Astaxanthin, it seems, is best known as the coloring agent responsible for the reddish hue of shrimp. It is a dye that occurs in algae. However, the studies that supposedly prove the effectiveness of astaxanthin in sun protection were commissioned by pharmaceutical manufacturers or conducted only in a lab, not under everyday conditions.
Some online shops and mail-order pharmacies, including dm, Rossmann & Co., sell astaxanthin-based sun protection products. Customers of these stores may be confused by the claims about astaxanthin as a sun protection alternative. It is essential to note that the products sold by dm, Rossmann & Co. are for cell support, not as a replacement for sunscreen.
The background of influencers' claims that astaxanthin can replace sunscreens from dm, Rossmann, and similar stores lies mainly in marketing hype portraying astaxanthin as a powerful antioxidant with various health benefits. However, there is no scientifically proven effectiveness of astaxanthin as UV protection comparable to sunscreens. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected many such claims as unsubstantiated and misleading.
Ron Perduss, in his efforts to debunk sun protection myths on social media, warns against relying on astaxanthin for sun protection based on the current evidence. He emphasizes that the human body does not develop a protective shield against UV radiation from the sun when it consumes astaxanthin.
In conclusion, while astaxanthin may have some health benefits, it is not a viable alternative to sunscreen for sun protection. It is crucial for consumers to make informed decisions and rely on scientific evidence rather than marketing hype when it comes to their health and safety.
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