How Our Patches Work
WHAT IS A TRANSDERMAL PATCH?
| A transdermal patch is an external adhesive product containing various beneficial nutrients which is applied to the skin. Once applied, the patch delivers nutrients topically, where they are absorbed by the skin and into the bloodstream. They provide a consistent delivery of small amounts of the nutrients into the bloodstream over a particular period of time. |
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Our transdermal patch delivery system includes a few basic components:
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Be rest assured, transdermal patch technology has been successfully in use since the 1970's in various forms such as treating motion sickness and overcoming nicotine additions. At Diamond Hills, we're leveraging that technology today to deliver key vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements through our SAFE and EFFECTIVE patches: Additionally, they are latex-free and comfortable to wear. |
HOW DO TRANSDERMAL PATCHES WORK
While your skin is there to offer protection, it also offers limited but essential permeation. There are three layers to the skin:
| Layer | Purpose | Patch Impact |
| Epidermis | Outermost barrier protection | Patch is placed |
| Dermis | Connective tissue for skin structure/strength | Transmission of nutrients to deepest layer |
| Hypodermis | Deepest fatty layer with extending blood vessels | Transmission of nutrients into bloodstream |
Your natural body heat activates the patch, triggering it to begin the release of its nutrients through the various skin layers above. Once the nutrients enter the blood, they are carried through the circulatory system and your body for absorption.
BENEFITS OF PATCH-UP VS PILLS, POWDER OR LIQUID
| Area | PATCH-UP | Pills, Powder, Liquid |
| Speed to first absorption |
Direct to bloodstream |
Needs to wait to be absorbed through liver's metabolic activity |
| Gradual, consistent supply |
Constant supply due to natural skin permeation gating |
Large, single dose supply which limits absorption and time of effectiveness |
| Effectiveness of Absorption |
Not reduced by digestive system acids |
Goes through digestive system to be broken down by acids which can reduce the effectiveness of the nutrients |
| Reduction of Side Effects |
Bypasses the digestive system |
Broken down in the digestive tract, which can lead to higher incidents of adverse side effects |
| Convenient & Comfortable |
Portable and can be quickly and painlessly applied to skin when ready |
Pills often need to be timed to eat with meals; powders and liquids are not very portable and IV injections take time and can cause irritation and discomfort |
| No Added Ingredients |
Externally applied with no added ingredients |
Contain unwanted additives, such as sugar carbohydrates, dyes, cellulose, etc. |
Hands down, PATCH-UP is the best choice to help replenish your body with the right amount of nutrients lost during alcohol consumption to help you feel energetic and refreshed the following morning.
