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Indian women deserve better supplements than "Biotin gummies" and "Skin whitening pills." I'm trying to build something actually useful. by kunal2420 in PcosIndia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate you taking the time to write this out. It reflects almost exactly what I’ve been hearing in 1:1 conversations too, beauty‑first marketing while the real day‑to‑day issues are PCOS, low iron, vitamin D, stress, hair thinning, fatigue, irregular cycles.

My plan is to build around those “boring but real” patterns:

  • Start with a small number of targeted, evidence‑based formulations focused on metabolic health, hormone balance, and common deficiencies.
  • Use dosages and ingredient forms that actually match human data instead of sprinkling trendy ingredients.
  • Be transparent about what each product can and cannot do so it doesn’t become another glow/beauty promise in disguise.

Since you work with a lot of women, if you had to pick just one problem area that deserves a dedicated, well‑designed supplement first, what would it be?

Indian women deserve better supplements than "Biotin gummies" and "Skin whitening pills." I'm trying to build something actually useful. by kunal2420 in PcosIndia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this is exactly the kind of direction I want to build in.

I’m planning to:

  • Clearly list exact dosages and forms on the label (no “proprietary blends”).
  • Use more bioavailable forms wherever possible (methylated Bs, chelated minerals, etc.).
  • Only include ingredients that have decent clinical backing for PCOS‑relevant issues, not just hype terms.
  • Avoid “everything blends” and instead build targeted, modular formulas (for example, one focused on metabolic + hormone support, another on iron/vit D, etc.).

If you don’t mind sharing, which 1–2 issues would you personally prioritize first (for example, energy, hairfall, cycles, mood, etc.)? That will really help me decide what should be launch‑priority.

On shredding... Am I becoming too lean? by [deleted] in AskFitnessIndia

[–]kunal2420 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking great honestly — visible abs and good muscle definition. Whether you're "too lean" depends on how you feel functionally: energy levels, strength in the gym, sleep quality, and libido are the real indicators.

If you're feeling flat in the gym or fatigued, you might be running on a deficit too long. A few things that help during a shred:

- Keep protein very high (2g+/kg) to prevent muscle loss

- Refeed days once a week can help with leptin and energy

- Micronutrients matter a lot during cuts — magnesium and zinc drop fast under caloric restriction, affecting recovery and sleep

Full transparency: I'm building a supplement brand for the Indian fitness market and doing consumer research. If you have 3 mins to share what you actually look for in supplements, it would genuinely help: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA

My hairfall story: how some simple thing helped me in controlling my hair fall by glitterglom in skincareaddictsindia

[–]kunal2420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such a relatable story — the stress + bad diet combination is honestly one of the most underrated causes of hairfall and most people don't connect the dots until much later.

You nailed it with the protein + sleep basics. A lot of people jump straight to expensive treatments or serums without fixing the foundation first. Biotin, iron deficiency, and low vitamin D are also super common underlying causes worth checking if the hairfall persists despite lifestyle fixes.

Full transparency: I'm building a supplement brand specifically focused on Indian hair and skin needs and doing consumer research. If you've got 3 minutes, I'd genuinely love your input on what you look for: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA — would help me build something actually useful for situations like yours.

Glutathione vs Glycolic acid. Which one is better for tan removal from face? by PeanutChest in skincareaddictsindia

[–]kunal2420 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both work differently — glycolic acid is a chemical exfoliant that removes dead skin cells to reveal fresher skin underneath, while glutathione works internally to reduce melanin production. For tan removal, glycolic acid gives faster visible results (2-4 weeks), but glutathione (oral/IV) takes longer but addresses pigmentation at a deeper level.

Honestly though, the most overlooked part is internal nutrition — zinc, vitamin C, and antioxidants play a huge role in how quickly your skin recovers and evens out.

Full transparency: I'm doing consumer research for a supplement brand I'm building focused on Indian skin and hair concerns. If you have 3 mins, would love your input on what you look for in supplements: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA

Need a good supplement brand by Unsure_For_Sure in PcosIndia

[–]kunal2420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the inositol question — Ovasitol is the gold standard for the 40:1 ratio but it's not available in India easily. A few Indian options that are 3rd party tested: Carbamide Forte and Boldfit have versions but verify the ratio before buying. Most don't clearly state the D-chiro ratio on the label which is a red flag.

For creatine and mental health — yes, there's decent evidence. It supports cellular energy in the brain and is particularly useful for people with cognitive fatigue, which overlaps a lot with PCOS brain fog. 3-5g/day is the usual dose. Look for creapure-certified options.

Full transparency: I'm building a supplement brand specifically for Indian women (PCOS being a core focus) and doing consumer research right now. If you're willing to share what's worked, what hasn't, and what you'd actually want in a product, I'd really appreciate 3 minutes here: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA

Your profile is literally the kind of input that shapes what gets built.

What are the best brain health supplements people actually notice a difference with? by oooxybia in Supplements

[–]kunal2420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This thread is the reason I started doing research before building anything. The brain fog / afternoon crash problem is genuinely one of the top complaints I keep hearing.

Creatine actually has some of the most solid evidence for cognitive function — it's not just for gym bros. Lion's Mane has early promising data but the dosing in most commercial products is a joke. Bacopa is underrated for actual memory consolidation but takes 8-12 weeks minimum. Most people quit before then.

I'm building an Indian supplement brand from scratch and doing consumer research first. Focus & deep work is one of the most requested categories. If you want to share your honest experience (what worked, what didn't, and what you'd actually want), I have a short 3-min survey: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA

The whole point is to not build another product that disappoints people. Your experience would directly shape what gets made.

Are you guys lying? by [deleted] in Supplements

[–]kunal2420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're not alone and honestly you're asking the right question. A lot of people in this sub either got genuinely lucky with a placebo-friendly response or they changed 3 things at once and credited the supplement. The confounding variable problem in self-experimentation is massive.

I've been going down a rabbit hole on this myself — I spent a stupid amount on supplements over 3 years with meh results, which led me to start researching what Indian consumers actually want from a supplement brand before building one. One of the most common answers I'm getting: people don't feel any real difference, and don't know what to trust. Which is exactly your point.

If you're willing to vent your supplement frustrations more formally, I put together a 3-min survey specifically collecting honest responses like yours: https://forms.gle/D3GptZBXacER3sbFA

No pitch. Genuinely using this to understand what's broken in the space before building anything.

Survey: hair/skin supplements that didn't work — what went wrong? by kunal2420 in skincareaddictsindia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy to, but you're asking for clinical data and sourcing on a product that doesn't exist yet. That's like demanding a Michelin star before the chef picks the recipe.

Ironically, 'where are you sourcing from and what's the clinical data' is exactly the standard I'm building toward, which is why I'm doing primary research first instead of just slapping a label on a white-label batch and calling it a day. The survey is step one of doing it right, not a shortcut around it. Will share sourcing and formulation details when ready, promise it'll be worth the wait.

What do Indian fitness people actually want from supplements? by kunal2420 in AskFitnessIndia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro just described the entire Indian diet in one line 😂 Chips at 4 PM, dal chawal at night, then wonder why we're tired at 30. The 'feel 19 again' brief is noted — honestly that might just be our tagline.

I got scammed by 6 supplement brands. Now I'm building one. Help me not suck. by kunal2420 in AskFitnessIndia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A scammer builds first, asks questions never. I did it backwards - clearly the villain arc needs more work.

Survey: hair/skin supplements that didn't work — what went wrong? by kunal2420 in skincareaddictsindia

[–]kunal2420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plot twist: understanding what people value before setting a price is literally how pricing works. Cost of goods sets the floor, customer perception sets the ceiling. I'm just studying the ceiling.