Preparation and characterization of Haematococcus pluvialis carotenoid-loaded PLGA nanocapsules in a gel system with antioxidant properties for topical application

• Published in: Journal of drug delivery science and technology Vol. 61; p. 102099
• Main Authors: Vieira, Marta Vinha, Derner, Roberto Bianchini, Lemos-Senna, Elenara
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.02.2021
• Subjects: Antioxidant properties; Astaxanthin; Haematococcus pluvialis; Polymeric nanocapsules; Topical application; Antioxidant properties; Polymeric nanocapsules; Topical application; Astaxanthin; Haematococcus pluvialis

Haematococcus pluvialis is a green microalga that produces a considerable amount of carotenoids, mainly astaxanthin (ASTX), which is a powerful antioxidant compound. However, carotenoid compounds exhibit poor water solubility and high instability, which restrain their application in pharmaceutical p...