Algalif

18/02/2026

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Karl Ove Jansson and Ko Ko Lat from KK Business Group to our facility at Algalif.✨

They got a behind the scenes look at our production of sustainable natural astaxanthin — a powerful antioxidant that supports cellular health and overall wellness 🌱

We truly enjoy welcoming visitors to our facility and showcasing the full scope of what we do, from sustainable cultivation to the science and innovation behind our natural astaxanthin.

11/02/2026

Á Alþjóðadegi kvenna og stúlkna í vísindum, 11. febrúar, viljum við vekja athygli á og fagna þeim frábæru konum hjá Algalíf sem leggja sitt af mörkum á hverjum degi í vísindum, rannsóknum og nýsköpun. 🔬

Með framlagi sínu móta þær sjálfbærari og betri framtíð.🌱

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On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, February 11, we recognize and celebrate the incredible women at Algalif who contribute every day to research, innovation, and progress.🔬

We are proud to honor the women shaping the future of science through their expertise, curiosity, and dedication. 🌱

06/02/2026

What makes natural astaxanthin so powerful? ✨

Explore the science behind nature’s most potent antioxidant here -

Explore the scientifically proven benefits of astaxanthin, the powerful antioxidant from Iceland that supports skin, eyes, immunity, and longevity.

03/02/2026

Our Director of Business Development, María Bjarnadóttir, will be attending Vitafoods India, February 11–13, representing Algalíf, together with our trusted partner, Inhalation Health.

At Algalíf, we produce sustainable natural astaxanthin, developed and manufactured in Iceland using a closed, resource efficient production system, ensuring high quality, full traceability and minimal environmental impact.

📍Vitafoods India, Pavilion 1–3, Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
🗓February 11–13, 2026

👉 Learn more about Algalíf and our natural astaxanthin: https://algalif.is/

23/01/2026

New research, highlighted by NutraIngredients, shows that astaxanthin can improve Taekwondo performance, including anaerobic power and kicking speed. This adds to growing evidence of astaxanthin’s role in athletic performance and recovery. 💪

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A four-week randomized controlled trial showed that 12 mg of daily astaxanthin supplementation improved kicking performance in young male Taekwondo athletes by enhancing anaerobic capacity and neuromuscular coordination, with no adverse effects. The study suggests that astaxanthin, a naturally occur...

21/01/2026

Energy transformed into color and strength ✨

Just like the northern lights lit up the sky this week, our microalgae transform pure Icelandic energy into sustainable, natural astaxanthin – one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants. 🌱

12/01/2026

🌱 The Science of Astaxanthin: Fighting Diabetes

Natural astaxanthin is gaining attention for its potential role in supporting metabolic health. It may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, both of which are linked to diabetes.

Research suggests that natural astaxanthin from microalgae can support healthy blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity, and protect cells from damage caused by high glucose.

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Natural astaxanthin may help fight diabetes by reducing oxidative stress, supporting blood sugar balance, and improving insulin sensitivity.

06/01/2026

What is natural astaxanthin and why does it matter for women? 🌱

Many thanks to Silja Dögg Gunnarsdóttir, Key Account Manager at Algalíf, for sharing her insight on why natural astaxanthin stands out.

"Natural astaxanthin, a powerful antioxidant from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae, is emerging as a key ingredient for women’s health."

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Discover the health benefits of natural astaxanthin for skin, joints, and overall wellness. Learn why it’s a powerful antioxidant for women’s health.

22/12/2025

🎄 Season’s greetings from all of us at Algalíf!
Thank you for being part of our journey this year. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year. ✨

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🎄 Gleðileg jól og farsælt komandi ár!
Algalíf sendir bestu óskir um gleðilega hátíð og þakkar ánægjulegt samstarf á árinu sem er að líða.✨

16/12/2025

✨ Partner Spotlight: Fiskolía

We’re proud to highlight our partnership with Margildi, the company behind the Fiskolía Herring Fish Oil products — an Icelandic wellness brand rooted in the purity of the North-Atlantic Arctic Sea providing the benefits of marine nutrition.✨

Their innovative product, 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐱𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚, is a perfect example — combining the proven benefits of high-quality fish oil with the antioxidant power of Sustainable Natural Astaxanthin, 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟™, cultivated and produced in Iceland using 100% renewable geothermal energy and pure Icelandic water.

“𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐱𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐱𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚.” – Margildi

Together, we’re supporting natural, mindful wellness — grounded in nature, backed by science, and made in Iceland.

🔗 Learn more: https://fiskolia.com/astaxomega/

12/12/2025

🎄Christmas Sweater Day at Algalíf!

Today, the team brought some holiday spirit to the office with festive sweaters. A splash of color and a few reindeer horns 🦌 made the day cheerful and fun.

Thank you to all our colleagues for taking part – moments like these show what a great team we are! ✨

11/12/2025

Í síðustu viku fengum við frábæra heimsókn frá nemendum í Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja til Algalif! ✨

Þau fengu að skoða hvernig við framleiðum náttúrulegt astaxanthin – allt frá ræktun þörunganna til hátæknilegra lausna í framleiðsluferlinu.

Alltaf gaman að taka á móti ungu kynslóðinni og sýna þeim hvernig nýsköpun, vísindi og sjálfbærni skapa grunninn að betri og sjálfbærari framtíð.🌱

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Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming students from Sudurnes Comprehensive College (Fjölbrautaskóli Suðurnesja) to Algalif! ✨

They joined us for an inspiring visit where they explored how we produce our Sustainable Natural Astaxanthin — from algae cultivation to advanced biotechnology.

It’s always a pleasure to welcome the next generation and show them how innovation, science, and sustainability lay the foundation for a better and greener future.🌱