FAQs

Top Tips for Using Patches

1: Remove patch from backing plastic by gently pulling up an edge or corner.
2: Apply patch to an area of clean, lotion free skin, with little or no hair.
3: Ensure skin is at full stretch if applying to a mobile area. Many prefer the thigh or inner upper/lower arm.
4: Remove after around 8 hours, mild irritation can be caused to sensitive skin if worn longer.
5: Can be worn day or night (B12 Plus and Endurance Max shouldn't be worn at night as too energising).
6: Numerous patches can be worn at one time. Please check the resulting total dose of Vit A and D is not excessive. It may help to vary patch placement positions.
7: Sensitive to supplements? Cut patch into 1/3 or 1/2 and build up to a whole. Additional micropore tape will help keep cut down patches in place.
8: Please note patches are not waterproof. Heat and applying to previously lotioned skin can increase the stickiness of the patches.

Frequently asked questions

Why do the patches weigh less than the listed ingredients?

Nanotechnology is used to deliver a therapeutic dose at a fraction of the weight. You can read more on nanotech here.

Where is the best place to put vitamin patches?

Wherever is most comfortable for you, with little to no hair and where they won’t rub off. Shoulder, upper arm, inner lower arm, thighs, stomach? Always use on clean, lotion free skin. It is recommended to vary placement position regularly.

How long should I wear the patches for?

It is advised to wear the patches for approximately 8 hours. Those with sensitive skin may experience mild irritation if worn for longer.

When is the best time of day to wear vitamin patches?

You can wear vitamin patches at any time of the day, whenever suits you. Put them on in the morning when you’re getting ready, or at night when you go to bed. They should be worn for approximately 8 hours. Please note that the B12 and Endurance Max patches should not be worn at night as they’re too stimulating.

Can I wear more than 1 patch at a time?

Multiple patches can be worn at the same time. Many wear 3-5 different patches a day. Please check the resulting total dose of vitamins A and D are not excessive.

How long do the patches last, what is their shelf life?

The patches have a shelf life of around 2 years. You can find the expiration date on the inner plastic packaging.

How should I store the patches?

The patches are best stored away from; heat, sunlight and moisture.

What is the patch adhesive made of?

The patch adhesive is made of an acrylic polymer. It has been independently tested to be non-irritating and non-sensitising.

The patches have left some adhesive on my skin, how do I get it off?

Sometimes adhesive can be left behind. In the unlikely event that soap doesn't remove it, please try baby oil, or rubbing alcohol.

What are vitamin patches?

Vitamin patches are an alternative to oral vitamins and supplements. Instead of swallowing a pill, you stick a small patch on your skin. The vitamins are delivered into your blood stream via the skin. They are used daily and should be worn for a minimum of 8 hours.

Are vitamin patches better than pills?

Vitamin patches are easier to use and also easier to remember than pills. Simply stick them to your skin when you’re getting ready in the morning, or at night before bed.

They use the skin to deliver the nutrients into the bloodstream, whereas pills deliver nutrients via the gut and liver. This means less nutrients reach the bloodstream as they’re broken down in the gut and liver. This is known as the first pass effect, read more about it here.

Patches also deliver nutrients slowly, instead of in one large dose. It is easier for our bodies to utilise vitamins if they’re delivered slowly. This is very important for water soluble vitamins such as Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C, as larger doses are easily excreted in urine.

Are vitamin patches effective, how good are they?

They are! Please see the reviews of our happy customers, some of whom have had blood testing to prove effectiveness.

Our vitamin patches have been formulated by Doctors and many others endorse them. We have a number of Doctors here in the UK who now recommend them to their patients as they’ve seen such good results in their blood work.

Topical delivery is tried and tested, think of; HRT patches, steroid creams, nicotine patches and there are numerous other pharmaceuticals that are delivered topically rather than orally.

Our customers keep on coming back for more as they can see and feel the difference. This is often confirmed via blood testing.

Do vitamin patches use liposomal technology?

Vitamin patches do not use liposomal technology which is traditionally used in oral supplements.

Patches use technology for transdermal (through the skin) delivery.

Are vitamin patches suitable and effective for bariatric patients?

They are! Please see the reviews of our happy customers, some of whom have had blood testing to prove effectiveness.

Our products are suitable and effective for bariatric and gastric sleeve patients. They bypass the need for absorption via the gut by delivering nutrients via the skin instead.

Topical delivery is tried and tested, think of; HRT patches, steroid creams, nicotine patches and there are numerous other pharmaceuticals that are delivered topically rather than orally.

Our customers keep on coming back for more as they can see and feel the difference. This is often confirmed via blood testing.

Are there vitamin patches for weight loss?

Yes, we have a number of products that are designed for weight loss, please visit the category here.