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VitaLutein®

Tagetes erecta | Marigold Extract

VitaLutein® is Bio Actives' clinically studied, branded extract of Tagetes erecta, standardised for Lutein and Zeaxanthin, the two carotenoids that naturally accumulate in the macula of the human eye. Every batch is HPLC verified, with the extract clinically studied across macular pigment density, dry eye, skin health, and cognitive function. What separates VitaLutein® from commodity lutein is the depth of the research programme behind it: a multi-benefit carotenoid complex with an evidence base that formulation teams can build around with confidence.

VitaLutein Marigold Extract
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Two Concentrations, Multiple Delivery Formats

VitaLutein® is available at 20% Lutein + 4% Zeaxanthin and 40% Lutein + 8% Zeaxanthin, in standard powder, microencapsulated, and water dispersion formats. The water dispersion variant is designed for beverage and liquid applications where standard extracts would otherwise separate or degrade, and microencapsulation supports enhanced shelf stability and taste masking. Dose flexibility spans study-validated ranges at 10 mg Lutein / 2 mg Zeaxanthin and 20 mg Lutein / 4 mg Zeaxanthin. Best-fit applications include eye health supplements, blue light protection formulations, anti-ageing and skin nutraceuticals, and combination products targeting both visual and cognitive health.

CLINICAL OUTCOMES

Dry Eye Relief & Ocular Surface Health

60 Participants | 90 Days | Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled
+57%
Increase in Tear Production
+45%
Improvement in Tear Film Stability
−40%
Reduction in Dry Eye Symptoms
−51%
Reduction in Ocular Discomfort

Digital Eye Health & Sleep Quality

60 Participants | 8 Months | 8+ Hours Screen Time / Day
3×
Higher Macular Pigment Density
+133%
Increase in MPOD at 8 Months
8/8
Contrast-Sensitivity Parameters Improved
4/5
Sleep-Quality Measures Improved

Eye Health Clinical Study

31 Subjects | 8 Weeks | Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled
−39.4%
Reduction in Tear Oxidative Stress
−54.6%
Reduction in Heavy Screen Users
MPOD
Maintained in Prolonged Screen Exposure

Cognitive Performance & Brain Health

30 Participants | 5 Weeks | Parkinson's Disease & Post-Stroke Cognitive Dysfunction
46.6%
Improved Cognitive Performance
0%
Improvement in Placebo Group
p = 0.0073
Statistically Significant Cognitive Benefit

Skin Health

90 Participants | 12 Weeks | Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled
  • Improved skin hydration and barrier function
  • Reduced trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL)
  • Enhanced collagen intensity and skin structure
  • Increased antioxidant protection (SOD, Catalase, Glutathione)
  • Demonstrated bioavailability of lutein and zeaxanthin
APPLICATION
Tablets

Tablets

Hard capsules

Hard capsules

Soft capsules

Soft capsules

Beverages

Beverages

Functional jellies

Functional jellies

Soluble powders

Soluble powders

SUPPLY CHAIN
Supply Chain Farm

VitaLutein® is processed from organically cultivated, hand picked African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) flowers using a proprietary manufacturing process conforming to the highest quality and purity standards. Marigold petals contain 70 to 90% carotenoids, predominantly lutein esters, sourced from Bio Actives' primary cultivation regions across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. Each batch is HPLC verified for Lutein and Zeaxanthin content, with full Certificate of Analysis, stability data, and regulatory documentation available for all key markets.

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