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Funded by the National Institute of Health


The Bio Photonic Scanner is based on advanced Raman Spectroscopy, a Nobel Prize-winning discovery and well-established scientific technique adapted for biological measurements. The scanner uses optical signals to identify the unique molecular structure of carotenoids without interference from other substances. Pharmanex holds exclusive rights to this patented technology, making the scanner the first and only device capable of non-invasive measurement of carotenoid antioxidant levels in living human tissue.

Validated by years of research, this groundbreaking technology is supported by over 110 full-length peer-reviewed articles detailing key studies conducted with the device. The scanner has been showcased at numerous prestigious scientific meetings and conferences worldwide, solidifying its reputation as a reliable, science-backed innovation in health assessment. The scanner enables physicians to establish a baseline for antioxidant levels, similar to how they monitor biomarkers like A1c or cholesterol.

The S3 Scanner

What Does The Scanner Measure?

The Scanner technology works on the principle of light and the fundamental particle of light is a photon. White light has photons of different wavelengths, which are represented by colors. The Scanner produces a narrow beam of light in which all of the photons are the same color-blue. The blue light has a wavelength of 478 nanometers(nm). When a 478 nm photon of light comes into contact with a carotenoid, something interesting happens. The energy level of a 478 nm photon becomes excited to 518 nm, the wavelength associated with green light. The only molecule in nature that can shift a 478 nm photon to a 518 nm photon is a carotenoid. As 478 nm photons strike carotenoids in the skin, they are reflected back as 518 nm photons. This is how the carotenoid concentration in your skin is measured. Because the number of photons reflected at the 518 nm wavelength is proportional to the concentration of carotenoids in the skin, these green photons are then counted to calculate the individuals SCS. The incredible S3 Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner has transformed the way we look at our health, and has created a business opportunity like no other in the world.

What Does Your Score Mean?

Your Antioxidant Score, often referred to as your Skin Carotenoid Score (SCS), is numerical value that reflects the density of your antioxidants present in your body. This score provides a clear snapshot of your body's ability to combat oxidative stress, which is linked to aging, inflammation and chronic disease. 

Low Score (10,000-29,000): Indicates a deficiency in antioxidants, often caused by poor dietary habits, environmental stressors, or a lack of supplementation. A low score suggests that your body may be more vulnerable to oxidative damage. 

Moderate Score (30,000-49,000): Suggests that your antioxidant levels are average but could benefit from improvement through better nutrition and lifestyle choices. ​

High Score (50,000 +): Reflects optimal antioxidant levels, indicating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and/or effective supplementation as well as strong cellular protection against oxidative stress. 

The S3 Scanner empowers people to track the effectiveness of their diet and supplements. Identify areas for improvement in lifestyle, as well as taking a proactive approach to optimizing their long-term health. 

By regularly measuring your score, you can make informed decisions to enhance your cellular health, improve your body's resilience to stress, and promote overall well-being. 

The statistics are 94% of Americans will show a deficiency. This is for a variety of reasons: processed foods, poor diets and lifestyle, chemicals, depleted soils, stress, sleep, smoking, etc. The patient is invited to return in 60 days for a free retest which will validate the bioavailability of our products. We have an over 99% response rate when our therapies are applied.​

What Does It Do?

The BioPhotonic Scanner is the world's first measuring tool that gives you a skin carotenoid score (SCS) immediate evidence of antioxidant activity in your body. When you place the palm of your hand in front of the scanners safe low energy blue light it detects the presence of carotenoids in your body within seconds. This score has been scientifically linked to your overall antioxidant status, offering a quick and accurate assessment of your body's defense against oxidative stress. 

The scanner uses optical signals to identify the unique molecular structure of carotenoids without interference from other substances. In less than a minute, you'll know whether your diet, lifestyle and supplements are providing the antioxidant protection essential for good health.