Ingredient Evidence
Know what the science says before choosing an ingredient or relying on its claims.
Practical insights on ingredient evidence, dose, formulation, supplier claims, and whether the research behind an ingredient is relevant to the product you want to develop or sell.
A promising ingredient does not always make a promising product.
An ingredient may have impressive research behind it, but that does not automatically mean the evidence applies to your product. These articles help you understand what to check before choosing an ingredient or relying on the claims made about it.
When Structure/Function Claims Become Scientifically Risky
The research behind an ingredient may not match the ingredient, dose, or formulation in your product. See what to check before relying on that evidence.
5 min readQuestions this topic helps answer.
What is ingredient substantiation?
It determines whether the scientific evidence actually supports how an ingredient is being used or what is being claimed about it.
Can studies on one ingredient support claims for another?
Not necessarily. Differences in ingredient form, dose, formulation, or study conditions can make the evidence less relevant.
Why does dose matter?
A benefit shown at one dose cannot automatically be assumed at a lower or different dose.
How does FSC evaluate ingredient evidence?
FSC reviews the research, checks how well it matches the ingredient and intended use, and identifies important evidence gaps.
Practical insights for better ingredient decisions.
Browse FSC articles on ingredient evidence, dose, formulation, substantiation, and what to check before relying on the science.
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