Liposomal VC Applications in Dietary Supplements and Nutritional Products The disadvantages of traditional VC

Vitamin C is one of the most widely consumed nutrients in the world, but traditional Conventional Vitamin C (such as Ascorbic Acid) has two disadvantages in the human body:

1.Absorption Rate Plummets at Higher Doses

Traditional VC is absorbed via “SVCT-1” in intestinal epithelial cells. However, the number of carriers is limited, which causes the absorption rate fall into below 50% at a single dose of 1000m g. And the majority of vitamin C is excreted in urine, resulting in significant waste.

2.Cause Gastrointestinal Discomfort

Numerous doses of acid vitamin C were accumulated in the gut and irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa, resulting in side effects such as stomach acid, stomachache and diarrhea.

However, liposomal VC will be formed into nanoscale spheres by encapsulating active vitamin C using high-tech dual-layer natural phospholipids. This structure is highly homologous to human cell membranes, which completely breaks through the “absorption ceiling of traditional vitamin C”, achieving high doses, high absorption and is non-irritating.

Application Scenarios & Delivery Systems

1.Mega-Dose Immune Support

Application scenarios: Liquid Sachets, Liquid Shots and High Absorption Capsules
Advantages: It can provide immune support during flu seasons or for high stress groups. Traditional vitamin C doesn’t maintain high levels in the human body for a long time, and by contrast, liposomal VC is absorbed directly into the small intestine via “Membrane Fusion” or “Endocytosis”, entering the lymphatic system and blood without relying on SVCT-1. Clinical research indicated that its bioavailability is 4 to 5 times that of regular vitamin C, helping blood vitamin C concentrations at peak levels. 

2.Cellular Anti-Aging & Collagen Complex

Application scenarios: Beauty & Anti-Aging Capsules, Antioxidant Granules and Gummies
Advantages: Nutricosmetics are now the fastest-growing industry in the world. Vitamin C is the essential cofactor for collagen synthesis and neutralized with free radicals. Additionally, liposomal VC can work well with Glutathione (GSH) and Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides. In other words, phospholipid bilayers can prevent vitamin C from being damaged by gastric acid and help its enter inside the cells, providing anti-aging effects for skin and connective tissues.

3.Sports Nutrition & Cortisol Regulation

Application scenarios: Post-Workout Recovery Drink Mix, Enhanced Effervescent Tablets and Energy Gel
Advantages: During high-intensity exercise or high mental stress, the human body will experience oxidative stress (such as free radicals). Liposomal VC can provide continuous and stable antioxidant protection to clean free radicals in the muscle quickly. At the mean time, it helps to synthesize epinephrine, regulating cortisol levels, and most importantly, it doesn’t damage your stomach.

Formulators & Brands 

1.Gastric Tolerability

High acid vitamin C is enveloped in the inside natural phospholipids via liposomal VC, preventing acid substances from contacting gastric mucosae directly.

2.Formulation Flexibility

By optimizing via fine process, liposomal VC is not only suitable for high-stability liquid or liquid grade with premium liquid filling, but also for microencapsulated powder grade for tablet pressing and hard capsule filling. In conclusion, this process solves the challenge of liposomes being prone to rupture in powder form.

3.Break Away From Homogeneous Competition

Traditional vitamin C has been entered the homogeneous state and slipped into price fight due to the lower technical barriers. By contrast, liposomal VC, as a performance-driven material, helps brand owners enter the advanced technical market of “Cellular Delivery”, bringing a disruptive upgrade to the products.

Liposomal VC can help nutritional products and skincare products enter a new phrase. We will breakthrough the challenges of absorption and stability by advanced biomimetic encapsulation technology, delivering active ingredients to deep inside cells. Most importantly, it not only an upgrade in raw materials, but it also help you step into the era of cellular-level technology.