The Gelagen ingredient list, with every dose
Thirteen vitamins and minerals, their exact amounts, the forms we chose and why, plus the cautions to know about.
What ingredients are in Gelagen?
Per two gummies: vitamin A 630 mcg, vitamin C 20 mg, vitamin D 10 mcg, vitamin E 7.4 mg, B6 2 mg, folate 442 mcg DFE, B12 6 mcg, biotin 5,000 mcg, pantothenic acid 5.2 mg, choline 0.04 mg, iodine 42 mcg, zinc 2.7 mg and inositol 40 mcg.
Reading our label
Our Supplement Facts panel lists a serving of two gummies and 30 servings per bottle. Each serving has 10 calories, 3 g of total carbohydrate and 3 g of added sugar. Every one of the 13 nutrients is shown with its amount and % Daily Value.
We are also plain about the smaller amounts: choline at 0.04 mg is 0% of the Daily Value and inositol is present in trace amounts. They are listed because they are in the gummy, not because they carry the formula.
Vitamin A · 630 mcg
retinyl acetate · Skin renewal · 70% Daily Value
Vitamin A helps skin cells renew and mature normally and supports the skin barrier. It is the vitamin behind retinoid skincare, taken here in a modest daily amount.
Good to know: Stay under 3,000 mcg a day of preformed vitamin A from all sources, especially in pregnancy.
Vitamin C · 20 mg
ascorbic acid · Collagen support · 22% Daily Value
Your body needs vitamin C to build collagen, the protein that keeps skin firm. It is also a water-soluble antioxidant. Food, especially citrus, peppers and berries, provides most of your daily need.
Good to know: Very well tolerated at this amount.
Vitamin D · 10 mcg
cholecalciferol · Skin & immune support · 50% Daily Value
Vitamin D supports normal immune function and skin cell health. Many adults who cover up or live far from the equator run low, particularly in winter.
Good to know: Count vitamin D from any other supplements you take.
Vitamin E · 7.4 mg
d-alpha tocopheryl acetate · Antioxidant · 49% Daily Value
The natural d-alpha form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect the fats in skin cell membranes. It works as a team with vitamin C.
Good to know: Ask first if you take blood thinners and other vitamin E supplements.
Vitamin B6 · 2 mg
pyridoxine hydrochloride · Energy & metabolism · 118% Daily Value
B6 helps the body use protein, including the amino acids that become keratin and collagen, and supports normal energy metabolism.
Good to know: Stay under 100 mg a day from all supplements.
Folate · 442 mcg DFE
442 mcg DFE (260 mcg folic acid) · Cell renewal · 111% Daily Value
Folate supports normal cell division, which matters in fast-renewing tissues such as skin and the hair follicle.
Good to know: Folic acid can mask a B12 deficiency; Gelagen includes B12 too.
Vitamin B12 · 6 mcg
methylcobalamin · Energy & hair · 250% Daily Value
B12 supports red blood cells and energy metabolism. We use methylcobalamin, an active form. Low B12 is common after 50 and in plant-based diets.
Good to know: Very well tolerated.
Biotin · 5,000 mcg
vitamin B7 · Hair & nails · 16,667% Daily Value
Biotin helps enzymes that build the keratin in hair and nails. It is the best-known beauty vitamin, and Gelagen provides a high daily amount.
Good to know: The FDA warns high-dose biotin can interfere with some lab tests, including troponin and thyroid tests. Tell your doctor before blood work.
Pantothenic Acid · 5.2 mg
d-calcium pantothenate (B5) · Skin barrier · 104% Daily Value
Vitamin B5 is needed to make coenzyme A, which the skin uses to build the lipids of its barrier. Its cousin panthenol is a common moisturiser ingredient.
Good to know: Very well tolerated.
Choline · 0.04 mg
choline bitartrate · Cell membranes · 0% Daily Value
Choline is part of cell membranes. The amount in Gelagen is very small, and our label says so plainly with 0% Daily Value.
Good to know: None at this amount.
Iodine · 42 mcg
potassium iodide · Thyroid support · 28% Daily Value
Iodine is used to make thyroid hormones, which influence skin, hair and energy.
Good to know: Ask your doctor first if you have a thyroid condition.
Zinc · 2.7 mg
zinc citrate · Skin repair · 25% Daily Value
Zinc supports normal skin repair, immune function and the formation of keratin. Citrate is a well-absorbed form.
Good to know: Very well tolerated at this amount.
Inositol · 40 mcg
inositol · Cell signalling · † Daily Value
A small amount of inositol, a compound involved in cell signalling. Daily Value not established.
Good to know: None at this amount.
Other ingredients
Corn syrup, water, pure cane sugar, pectin, citric acid, natural flavour, sodium citrate, tapioca starch and beet root extract for colour. No gelatin and no artificial colours.
Cautions in one table
| Situation | Relevant nutrient | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Any blood test | Biotin 5,000 mcg | Tell your doctor; the FDA warns biotin can skew some results |
| Pregnancy | Vitamin A | Ask your doctor; count all sources |
| Thyroid condition | Iodine, biotin | Ask your doctor before starting |
| Other supplements | A, D, E, B6, zinc | Add up totals to stay within upper limits |
Further reading
Questions people ask
Does Gelagen use a proprietary blend?
No. Every nutrient is listed with its exact amount.
Why methylcobalamin?
It is an active form of B12 the body can use directly.
Is 5,000 mcg of biotin safe?
It is a common supplement amount and no upper limit has been set, but it can interfere with some lab tests.
Does Gelagen contain gelatin?
No, it uses pectin.
How much sugar is in Gelagen?
3 g of added sugar per two-gummy serving.
Before you order, please read this. Gelagen is a dietary supplement, not a treatment for any skin, hair or nail condition. Each serving contains 5,000 mcg of biotin, which the FDA warns can interfere with some lab tests, including thyroid and troponin tests, so tell your doctor before any blood work. Ask first if you are pregnant or nursing, have a thyroid condition or take prescription medicine. Keep gummies out of reach of children, and see a dermatologist about sudden hair loss, new rashes or a changing mole.
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Gelagen at a glance
- 2 raspberry gummies a day, 60 per bottle
- 13 vitamins and minerals, all doses printed
- 5,000 mcg biotin per serving
- 60-day money-back guarantee
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