How does the color of the product not determine the Phycocyanin concentration?

Put an end to random comparisons!

When comparing two spirulina extract-based products, it can be tempting to judge quality by color. We might think that a darker blue product is necessarily more concentrated in Phycocyanin than a lighter one, that precious liquid protein with remarkable antioxidant properties. However, this is not always true, and it's important to understand why.

Color and concentration: two distinct characteristics!

Let's take a simple example: imagine a grenadine syrup. The color of this syrup may vary depending on whether it is naturally clear or whether a red colorant is added to intensify its hue. However, this does not affect the pomegranate extract content. Similarly, the color of a Phycocyanin-based product does not always reflect its actual concentration. Many factors influence the color, such as the extraction method, formulation, pH and matrix used.

Quality extraction: the real guarantee of efficiency!

At PHYCOMANIA, our Phycocyanin is extracted exclusively from fresh spirulina, without chemical solvents. This preserves its bioactive properties. Unlike spirulina extracts dried at temperatures exceeding 35°C, which can alter the quality of Phycocyanin, we ensure that our extraction method respects the product, guaranteeing optimal efficacy.

Don't rely on color alone

Some consumers may be surprised by a product's greater or lesser clarity, especially when compared with others that appear darker. However, lightness does not necessarily mean a lower concentration of active ingredients. For Phycocyanin, let's get back to what interests us in this article. Phycocyanin is composed of several sub-compounds with distinct absorption wavelengths. Each wavelength corresponds to a specific form of Phycocyanin, and their distribution can influence product color. The concentration of these compounds, as well as the presence of cofactors, requires a spectrographic (i) analysis method  adapted and calibrated specifically to the properties of each active ingredient.
Naturally, the method used by PHYCOMANIA has been calibrated for our extract and product, with assays at two wavelengths, 620 nm and 650 nm.

Customer Feedback

Our customers report that they find our Phycocyanin 10K more effective than other products, sometimes advertised as more concentrated. This feedback underlines that the bioactive power of a product is not measured by color or apparent concentration alone, but by the quality of the extraction and preservation of Phycocyanin's active properties, as well as by a perfectly adapted analytical method to qualify its true concentration.

Conclusion

The color of a Phycocyanin product is only a visual indicator and does not systematically reflect its concentration or bioactive efficacy. At PHYCOMANIA, we are committed to offering a high-quality product, extracted from fresh spirulina, to guarantee the best of Phycocyanin's benefits, without compromise.

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(i) - Spectrographic analysis method: This is a scientific technique that measures the quantity of certain components in a substance, such as Phycocyanin in our case, by analyzing the way light interacts with these components. Each type of molecule absorbs and reflects light at specific wavelengths, making it possible to determine its concentration. In this way, a spectrographic analysis method gives us precise information on the composition and quality of a product, beyond what can be perceived visually, such as color.