Official Gelagen Supplement Facts: Label Transcript, Amounts & Daily Values
The complete panel transcribed from the maker's artwork, with each line, chemical form and Daily Value explained, and the places where label and marketing disagree.
The panel, transcribed line by line
This is the Supplement Facts panel exactly as it appears on the label artwork the maker publishes on its own website, re-read on October 18, 2026. Spelling, units and the order of lines are kept as printed. Below the transcript, every line is decoded.
| Serving Size: 2 Gummies Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Total Sugar | 3 g | † |
| Includes 3 g Added Sugars | 6% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin A (as retinyl acetate) | 630 mcg | 70% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 20 mg | 22% |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) | 10 mcg | 50% |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) | 7.4 mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) | 2 mg | 118% |
| Folate | 442 mcg DFE (260 mcg folic acid) | 111% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 6 mcg | 250% |
| Biotin | 5000 mcg | 16667% |
| Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) | 5.2 mg | 104% |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate) | 0.04 mg | 0% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 42 mcg | 28% |
| Zinc (as zinc citrate) | 2.7 mg | 25% |
| Inositol | 40 mcg | † |
| † Daily Value Not Established. | ||
Other Ingredients: Corn Syrup, Water, Pure Cane Sugar, Pectin, Citric Acid, Natural Flavor, Sodium Citrate, Tapioca Starch, Beet Root Extract (color).
This product has been manufactured in an FDA registered facility.

Serving size and servings per container
One serving is two gummies, and the bottle holds thirty servings, or sixty gummies. Every amount on the panel is for the two-gummy serving, not for one gummy. One bottle therefore lasts exactly thirty days at the label dose, and the packs work out to 60, 90 and 180 days.
Splitting the serving (one gummy in the morning, one later) does not change the total, and there is no reason in the formula to do it. Taking one gummy a day halves every amount, including the biotin, which some buyers prefer; it also halves the cost per day, though it is not the dose the maker recommends.
Calories, carbohydrate, sugar and sodium
Gummies carry a small nutrition load that capsules do not. Gelagen's two-gummy serving lists 10 calories, 3 g of total carbohydrate (1% of the Daily Value), 3 g of total sugar and 10 mg of sodium. The line "Includes 3 g Added Sugars" means all of the sugar is added, from the corn syrup and cane sugar at the top of the ingredient list, and that it counts toward the 50 g Daily Value for added sugars, at 6%.[2]
The dagger next to total sugar is standard: there is no Daily Value for total sugars, only for added sugars. Federal dietary guidance asks adults to keep added sugars below 10% of daily calories.[16] Three grams is small in that context, about three-quarters of a teaspoon, but people tracking carbohydrates for diabetes should log it. The sodium comes mainly from sodium citrate, a buffering salt.
How to read the % Daily Value column
The % Daily Value compares each amount with a single reference figure the FDA sets for labels, generally the highest need across adult men and women.[1] It is a comparison tool, not a safety rating. Several Gelagen lines exceed 100%: biotin at 16,667%, B12 at 250%, B6 at 118%, folate at 111% and pantothenic acid at 104%. A figure above 100% means more than the reference amount, not that the dose is unsafe.
Safety is judged against the tolerable upper intake level, which is a different number. Biotin, B12 and pantothenic acid have no upper level, because no harm has been shown from oral intake. B6, folic acid, vitamin A, D, E, iodine and zinc do have upper levels, and Gelagen sits well below each of them on its own.[3][4] The 16,667% figure for biotin is mostly a reminder that 30 mcg is a very small reference amount.
Line by line: what each entry and its chemical form means
| Panel line | What the form is | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (as retinyl acetate) 630 mcg | Preformed vitamin A ester | Counts toward the 3,000 mcg upper limit; not beta-carotene |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 20 mg | Plain vitamin C | Same molecule as in food; about a quarter of daily needs |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) 10 mcg | Vitamin D3 | Equals 400 IU; the form skin makes in sunlight |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 7.4 mg | Natural-source vitamin E ester | The d- prefix means natural source; dl- would be synthetic |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 2 mg | Standard B6 salt | Converted to the active coenzyme in the liver |
| Folate 442 mcg DFE (260 mcg folic acid) | Synthetic folic acid | 260 x 1.7 = 442 DFE; upper limit applies to the 260 |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 6 mcg | Active coenzyme form of B12 | No upper limit; absorption tapers at higher doses |
| Biotin 5000 mcg | Free d-biotin | 5 mg; interferes with biotin-based lab tests |
| Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 5.2 mg | Stable B5 salt | Part of coenzyme A |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate) 0.04 mg | Choline salt | Rounds to 0% of the 550 mg Daily Value |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) 42 mcg | Iodide salt | Same form used in iodized salt |
| Zinc (as zinc citrate) 2.7 mg | Organic zinc salt | Well absorbed; mild taste suits a gummy |
| Inositol 40 mcg | Sugar alcohol-like nutrient | No Daily Value; too small to matter |
The forms are conventional and well absorbed. Nothing on the panel is an unusual or patented ingredient; the same forms appear in mainstream multivitamins. Details for each nutrient are in the NIH fact sheets linked below.[5][6][7][8][9][10][11]
The other ingredients, decoded
| Ingredient | Why it is there |
|---|---|
| Corn syrup | Main sweetener and body of the gummy; keeps it soft |
| Water | Medium for dissolving the sugars and gelling agent |
| Pure cane sugar | Sweetness and the sugar-sanded coating |
| Pectin | Fruit-derived gelling agent that sets the gummy; replaces gelatin |
| Citric acid | Tartness and pH control so the pectin sets |
| Natural flavor | Fruit taste; the specific flavor source is not listed |
| Sodium citrate | Buffer that controls the setting of pectin |
| Tapioca starch | Texture and anti-sticking agent |
| Beet root extract (color) | Natural red color |
There are no artificial colors, no sugar alcohols such as sorbitol or maltitol (which often cause digestive upset in gummies), no gelatin and no stimulants. The label carries no allergen statement, and natural flavor is not specified; anyone with a food allergy should ask support what it contains before ordering.
The words around the panel
Suggested use. "Adults, take two (2) gummies daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional. Take approximately 30 minutes before your morning or afternoon meal with a full glass of water."
Caution. "If you are under a physician's care or taking medication, consult with your healthcare professional before using this product. If you are pregnant or nursing, or have a known medical condition, do not use without consulting a physician. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place."
Facility statement. "This product has been manufactured in an FDA registered facility." Registration means the facility is listed with the FDA and must follow current good manufacturing practice rules for supplements.[13] The FDA does not approve dietary supplements, test them before sale or verify their claims.[14]
Origin and distributor. "Made in the USA with globally sourced ingredients." Distributed by Instituto Experience, Lakeland FL 33804, +1 (507) 448-8190, contact@customercs.com. No street address is printed.
Front panel. A Korean Technology seal with the South Korean flag, the product name, "Advanced Gummies for Skin Health", three icons labeled Youthful Glow, Deep Hydration and Smooth Appearance, and "60 Gummies, Dietary Supplement". The FDA statement that these claims have not been evaluated appears on the side panel, as the law requires.
What the label does not tell you
- Lot-level test results. No certificate of analysis is published. Gummies are harder to dose accurately than tablets, and a 2023 study of gummy supplements found that most products contained amounts well off their labels.[12] You can ask support for the CoA matching the lot on your bottle.
- Third-party verification. The label carries no USP, NSF or similar seal, so no independent body has verified that the contents match the panel.
- The biotin lab warning. Many biotin products now print a note about laboratory tests. Gelagen's label does not, though the issue is well documented.[15]
- An allergen statement and the flavor source. Neither is printed.
- A street address. Only a city, state and ZIP code are given for the distributor.
How to check your own bottle against this transcript
A label transcript is only useful if the bottle in your hand matches it. Before you take the first gummy, spend two minutes on the following checks. They take no equipment and they are the same checks a pharmacist would run on any unfamiliar supplement.
- Seal. The label tells you not to use the product if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Check it before opening, not after.
- Panel. Compare the Supplement Facts on the bottle with the transcript above, line by line. The serving must read two gummies, biotin 5000 mcg and vitamin A 630 mcg. Any difference in amounts or forms means you have a different formula.
- Lot and date. Find the lot number and best-by date, usually printed on the bottom or the edge of the label. Note both next to your order number; support will ask for them if anything goes wrong.
- Count and condition. A full bottle holds 60 red, sugar-coated gummies. Gummies fused into a single block, a sour or fermented smell, or visible moisture suggest heat damage in transit.
- Distributor line. The side panel should name Instituto Experience, Lakeland FL 33804, with the phone number and support email printed here.
If any check fails, keep the bottle closed, photograph it and email the support address with your order number. Our bottle check page turns these steps into a short interactive checklist.
Where the label and the marketing disagree
| Topic | Sales page | Printed label |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredient list | Shows five B-group ingredients | Thirteen lines including A, C, D, E, zinc and iodine |
| Natural claim | "100% natural formula" | Corn syrup, cane sugar and standard synthetic vitamin forms |
| Origin | Produced in the United States | Made in the USA, yet a Korean Technology seal on the front |
| Hydration | Deep hydration from within | No humectant ingredient on the panel |
| Collagen | Name and skin wording suggest it | No collagen or gelatin listed |
When the two disagree, we follow the printed label. It is the document regulators hold the seller to, and it is what is actually in the bottle you receive.
Questions readers ask about this
How many gummies are in a serving of Gelagen?
Two. Every amount on the Supplement Facts panel is for two gummies, and a 60-gummy bottle holds 30 servings.
How much sugar is in Gelagen?
3 g per two-gummy serving, all of it added sugar from corn syrup and cane sugar. That is 6% of the Daily Value for added sugars and 10 calories.
Why does biotin say 16,667%?
Because the Daily Value for biotin is only 30 mcg and the serving contains 5,000 mcg. It is a comparison figure, not a toxicity rating; biotin has no upper limit.
Does the label mention biotin and blood tests?
No. The label has no lab-test warning, although high-dose biotin is known to interfere with some immunoassays. Tell your clinician and the lab that you take it.
Is the Gelagen label FDA approved?
No supplement label is approved. The FDA sets labeling rules and can act after sale, but it does not review the product or its claims beforehand.
Sources behind this page
Each link opens the original abstract or agency page. The studies tested single nutrients, often in people who were deficient or had a diagnosed condition; none tested the Gelagen gummy itself.
- 1U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels. www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-facts-label/daily-value-nutrition-and-supplement-facts-labels
- 2U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label. www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-facts-label/added-sugars-nutrition-facts-label
- 3NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Biotin: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Biotin-HealthProfessional/
- 4NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin A and Carotenoids: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminA-HealthProfessional/
- 5NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin C: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/
- 6NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin D: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/
- 7NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin E: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminE-HealthProfessional/
- 8NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Folate: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Folate-HealthProfessional/
- 9NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin B12: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional/
- 10NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Iodine: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iodine-HealthProfessional/
- 11NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Zinc: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Zinc-HealthProfessional/
- 12Cohen PA, Avula B, Wang YH, Katragunta K, Khan I. Quantity of melatonin and CBD in melatonin gummies sold in the US. JAMA. 2023;329(16):1401-1402. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37097362/
- 13Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. 21 CFR Part 111: Current Good Manufacturing Practice in Manufacturing, Packaging, Labeling, or Holding Operations for Dietary Supplements. www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-111
- 14U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Questions and Answers on Dietary Supplements. www.fda.gov/food/information-consumers-using-dietary-supplements/questions-and-answers-dietary-supplements
- 15Li D, Radulescu A, Shrestha RT, et al. Association of biotin ingestion with performance of hormone and nonhormone assays in healthy adults. JAMA. 2017;318(12):1150-1160. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28973622/
- 16U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dietary Guidelines for Americans. www.dietaryguidelines.gov/
Give Gelagen a fair 60-day trial
Payment happens on the seller's BuyGoods checkout. Take two gummies a day as the label says, photograph your nails and hairline in the same light on day one, tell your doctor about the biotin before any blood test, and if the photos look the same around day 50, email the refund request while the window is open.