Skincare Brands Wont Tell You This
6 weeks
Researchers tracked 35 people who added just 2 extra servings of fruits and vegetables daily (carotenoids).
Result: Visible skin tone changes in 6 weeks.
Not subtle, actually noticeable to independent observers.
*Whitehead et al., PLOS ONE, 2012
Then They Tested Attractiveness
Two types of "glow" went head-to-head:
Carotenoid glow (from nutrition)
Melanin tan (from UV exposure)
76%
Preferred carotenoid glow over tan
Consistent across male faces, female faces, and different observer groups.
*Lefevre & Perrett, Q. Journal of Experimental Psychology, 2015
Meet The Brains – "The Science Is Real"
"The research is clear: carotenoids from your diet deposit directly into your skin tissue and become visible as a golden tone. This isn't theory—it's established and peer reviewed.
Studies consistently show people prefer carotenoid-based skin coloration over melanin-based tanning. Your skin is literally advertising your nutrition, and people notice."
Dr. Valeria Kopytina
holds a PhD in Molecular Biosciences from the Autonomous University of Madrid and coordinates clinical studies in dermatology and nutritional interventions.
Zephyrian Results
FINALLY NOT AS WHITE AS THE WALL
"I'm a level of white, where people start to ask me if I‘m alright. Three months in, and I’ve got a natural glow that looks totally like my own skin tone."
- Norbert S, verified buyer
Your Glow Timeline
Week 2
Carotenoids begin storing
Subtle warm undertone starts building
Less redness, more even skin
Antioxidants combat inflammation and collagen breakdown
Month 1
Subtle compliments start: “Did you change your skincare?”
More noticeable glow
Calmer tone with less redness
People start noticing
Month 3
Glow compounds; your tone looks even, radiant, and lasting.
Stable carotenoid storage: year-round baseline skin glow without UV damage
Confidence boost and compliments
Skin is much softer and more hydrated
"Evidence demonstrates that carotenoid-based skin coloration enhances apparent health, and that dietary change can perceptibly impact skin color within weeks."
University of St Andrews
What's Inside
See Ingredient List
Lycopene (from tomato), astaxanthin (from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae extract), microcrystalline cellulose, beta-carotene (from carrot), magnesium stearate, vegan capsule shell
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Lycopene
Astaxanthin
Beta-Carotene
15 mg*
8 mg*
8 mg*
* Daily value not established
What's NOT Inside
Canthaxanthin
Copper
Endocrine Disruptors
Tyrosine
Parabens
Artificial Preservatives
Hidden Chemicals and Mysterious Blends
Ingredients We Wouldn't Eat Ourselves
Known for
Creating natural golden-red undertones in skin
Powerful antioxidant protection (550x stronger than vitamin E)
Supporting skin elasticity and hydration
Why We Started
The Science Convinced Us
The research was clear: carotenoids work. The safe, effective product didn't exist. So we spent two years building it: natural sources, GMP standards, third-party tested, results you can actually see. Not the cheapest. The best.
Our Story
FAQs
How is this different from self-tanners?
This isn’t a surface paint.
Zephyrian doesn’t sit on your skin – it becomes part of it. The glow develops gradually from within, using powerful plant-based carotenoids. No patches pr streaks. No bad smell. No transfer onto clothes or sheets.
How is this different from beta-carotene?
The reason other products use plain beta-carotene is simple: the price.
It’s around 7x cheaper than Lycopene, and around 25x cheaper than Astaxanthin.
Beta-carotene is the most commonly known skin-changing carotenoid. Low doses of beta-carotene are helpful, but high doses can cause the skin to turn unnaturally yellow. For this reason, we did not want to rely on it.
Instead, we developed a diverse carotenoid mixture that mimics a real dietary mix. Zephyrian results come from darker, more attractive carotenoids, with a small, supporting dose of natural beta-carotene.
I’m super pale and nothing ever works for me. Will this?
If the sun won’t tan you, Zephyrian might.
We created this for people with light, freckled, or sun-resistant skin who never get the glow they want.
Like Joop:
"As a very pale guy with lots of freckles I have a much nicer and deeper tan – without sun!"
Or Rainy:
"I've never tanned naturally. I'm now 10wks off false tan and I actually have tanned skin. People are constantly asking me about my skin!
You’re not adding melanin. You’re adding tone. And it works surprisingly well for those who need it most.
How long until I actually see results?
Some glow in 2 weeks. Most by 6–10 weeks.
Donovan saw a golden shift after 2 weeks.
"I have to say was kinda skeptical at first, but after just 2 weeks I started to notice a richer golden tone on my skin."
Peter-Christian noticed nothing for 2 months — then darkened fast.
"2 months not see nothing different but now something changed and skin is darker."
Diego tanned gradually:
I started seeing improvements after 2-3 weeks, but once I upped to 2 pills per day for a further 5-6 weeks my tone has changed even more noticeably - people keep asking me how I look so tanned! :)
This is a build, not a spray. But once it kicks in, it’s hard to go back.
Is there any chance I’ll look orange or patchy?
Nope. It’s formulated for tone harmony.
Beta-carotenoid supplements can give you orange skin, aslo known as hypercarotenemia. That's why we don't rely on it.
We use three types of carotenoids that balance each other out:
Astaxanthin for rich red undertones
Lycopene for surface glow
Beta-carotene for golden balance
The result? A healthy, believable tone. Not a weird one.
Is it safe, and is it approved by authorities?
Yes, and yes.
You’ve eaten these nutrients before, just not at these levels.
Everything inside Zephyrian comes from nature. Astaxanthin from algae. Lycopene from tomatoes. Beta-carotene from carrots.
They’re backed by clinical studies and used widely in supplements for skin, vision, and health.
We just focused them into one capsule, to change how your skin looks.
Authorization facts
Lycopene (E160d) is an authorised food colour in the EU and is approved by the UK Food Standards Agency for use in food supplements up to 15 mg per day.
Astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis is recognised as a novel food in the EU and is approved by the UK Food Standards Agency for food-supplement use at up to 8 mg astaxanthin per day.
Beta-carotene (E160a(ii)) is an approved food colour and vitamin A source in the EU and is listed on the Great Britain Register as a permitted ingredient for food supplements under UK regulations.
What if I don’t see a difference?
Then you don’t pay. We mean it.
We’re proud of our 8,000+ happy customers. But if it doesn’t work for you, we’ve got your back.
Every multi-bottle order is backed by a full money-back guarantee.
If we can't help you, we don't want your money.
Why do most people buy the 3- or 5-bottle option?
Because tone takes time, and those options save you money.
It takes weeks to build up enough pigment to see real change. That’s why most customers commit to 3 bottles (33% off) or 5 bottles (40% off).
They also unlock the guarantee and ship free.
More results. Less risk. Fewer excuses.
Do I have to pay for shipping?
Not if you’re serious.
Shipping is free on 3- and 5-bottle orders.
It’s our way of rewarding commitment, and making sure you’ve got enough to see the full effect.
Will this affect my freckles or dark spots?
Not directly. But here’s what it will do:
Freckles and spots aren’t erased (this isn’t a concealer). But once your overall tone warms and evens out, they feel less obvious.
It’s like upgrading your base layer — the rest starts to look better too.
Is there any real science behind this?
Yes — and your body already knows these ingredients.
Carotenoids like astaxanthin and lycopene are clinically studied for skin hydration, elasticity, and pigmentation.
They’re what give flamingos, salmon, and tomatoes their color.
We just borrowed nature’s palette and gave it a purpose.
Reviews
This stuff is amazing, it gave results far beyond expectations, I'm moving into my 5th month on them and won't be going them up anytime soon.
Zephyrian has brought.my iridescent pale Irish skin from beyond white to golden, and not only tan (which I thought was impossible for me but to actually healthy sun-kissed skin, I've never experienced this before and I've travelled South America, Europe and Africa, never has my skin been like this before. We're on to a winner here!
I started to take Zephyrian half a year ago. It is other people who are complimenting me with my nice skincolor. I myself don’t see that much difference. But apparently it is good visible. You only have to have some patience.
I’m still mid first bottle and not sure I’m seeing any results yet…. The odd comment maybe about looking healthy /good but can’t attribute that to Zeph yet I feel .
Hey John! Peter here, founder of Zephyrian.
Those compliments you're getting? That's exactly how it starts!
Your friends' brains are actually detecting the carotenoid glow building up in your skin before you can see it yourself. We're evolutionarily wired to spot health signals instantly, and that 'you look healthy' comment is your proof that Zephyrian is working.
Here's the thing: unlike UV tanning (which signals stress), carotenoids signal health and good nutrition. That's why people can't quite put their finger on why you look better, they just know you do.
The astaxanthin, lycopene, and beta-carotene in our formula are accumulating beneath the surface right now. Although the change has already begun, it will take 6-12 weeks to see the effect in it's prime. Studies show this carotenoid glow is actually rated as more attractive than sun tans because it signals vitality, not damage (you can Google 'Fruit over sunbed').
Keep going with the fatty meals for absorption. Those compliments are just the beginning - the real transformation happens over the next few weeks as the pigments continue building up.
Trust the process, John. Your friends are seeing what's coming before you are!
-Peter
I thin it really works!
I’ve tried numerous products before, but never really had an effect. With a ginger skin I’ll never be really tanned, but for the first time in my life people noticed it and asked me if I had been to the tanning salon or on holiday! Now I actually don’t want to stop anymore haha!
