Whether you're a marathon runner, a weekend warrior, or someone just starting a fitness journey, the biggest hurdle is often the "day after." Muscle soreness, joint stiffness, and mental fatigue can stall your progress and keep you from training at your best. SkinSips® Plus is a clinically backed nutraceutical supplement designed to support your body during exercise and throughout recovery.
What Makes SkinSips Plus Different?
In a market saturated with recovery supplements, SkinSips® Plus stands apart. Created by a small, women-owned brand deeply passionate about fitness and recovery, this isn't a faceless corporation churning out generic supplements. It's a team that genuinely cares about helping active people train harder, recover faster, and feel their best.
But what truly sets SkinSips® Plus apart is its comprehensive, synergistic approach. Most recovery supplements focus on a single aspect: protein for muscle rebuilding, anti-inflammatories for temporary soreness relief, or electrolytes for hydration. SkinSips® Plus takes a different path. It supports your body at the cellular level by targeting oxidative stress, the fundamental challenge created by intense exercise.
Melorun® works by strengthening the body's natural antioxidant defenses rather than just providing secondary antioxidants. This means it's not masking symptoms, it's helping your body repair, adapt, and become more resilient with every workout. Combined with strategically chosen ingredients that amplify its effects, SkinSips® Plus delivers comprehensive training and recovery support that other supplements simply cannot match.
The Powerhouse Ingredients Inside SkinSips® Plus
SkinSips® Plus is formulated with a blend of clean, functional ingredients that target recovery from multiple angles. Each ingredient has been specifically chosen not just for its individual benefits, but for how it works synergistically with the others to maximize your body's recovery potential.
Melorun® - The Star Player (14,000 IU of SOD B®)
This is the hero ingredient! A 100% natural juice concentrate derived from a unique, non-GMO variety of melon grown exclusively in the South of France. What makes this melon extraordinary is its remarkable resistance to spoilage. The melon variety behind Melorun® derives its originality from an incredible shelf life due to a concentration of superoxide dismutase (SOD), which is 5 to 10 times higher than that of a conventional variety.
Through a patented eco-process, all the bioactive properties of this remarkable fruit are preserved in concentrated form. Each stick pack of SkinSips® Plus delivers 14,000 IU of SOD B®, the clinically effective dose proven in research to reduce muscle damage, protect joints, and enhance recovery.
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) is one of the body's most important antioxidant enzymes, forming the first line of defense against oxidative stress. It's naturally produced in your own body, but when you push yourself during hard workouts, free radical production can exceed the capacity of your antioxidant defense systems. Melorun® provides your body with the SOD it needs to neutralize these free radicals at the source, helping protect your cells during exercise and supporting efficient recovery afterwards.
Read more about Melorun for training here.
L-Theanine (180mg)
L-Theanine is an amino acid that promotes a calm but alert mental state, supporting mental alertness and focus while preventing the overstimulation that can interfere with recovery. Studies show it can lower subjective stress levels and physiological stress markers, creating a state of "calm concentration" that's ideal for activities requiring sustained focus under pressure.
Recovery isn't just physical, it's mental. The brain is particularly vulnerable to oxidative stress, and intense training can leave you mentally foggy and emotionally depleted. Clinical studies on individuals taking melon concentrate showed a significant decrease in stress levels and mental fatigue, allowing for better mental preparation and focus. L-Theanine amplifies this benefit, helping you recover mentally as well as physically.
By increasing alpha brain wave activity and supporting neurotransmitters like GABA and serotonin, L-Theanine helps create a relaxed yet focused state. When your nervous system is calm and your mind is clear, your body can dedicate more resources to physical repair instead of managing stress responses—leading to faster, more complete recovery.
Magnesium (45mg from Dried Sea Water)
This essential mineral is crucial for energy metabolism, muscle contraction and relaxation, and neuromuscular function, yet it's rapidly depleted during exercise and lost through sweat. Here's where SkinSips® Plus gets intelligent: while Melorun® helps your body retain more of its natural magnesium stores through its magnesium-sparing effect, SkinSips® Plus also provides additional magnesium to actively replenish what's been lost.
Clinical trials showed that while placebo groups saw magnesium levels drop or stay flat during training, those supplementing with melon concentrate actually increased their plasma magnesium levels. This two-pronged approach—preservation PLUS replenishment—ensures you're never running on empty. Better magnesium levels mean improved resistance to fatigue, enhanced muscle function, and reduced neuromuscular tension.
Electrolytes (230mg Sodium, 180mg Potassium)
Even the most powerful recovery ingredients can't be utilized effectively if your cells are dehydrated. Electrolytes are essential for optimal hydration and fluid balance during and after physical exertion. They help maintain cellular function, support nerve signaling, and prevent the performance decline that comes with dehydration.
During exercise, athletes can lose significant amounts of both water and electrolytes through sweat, daily losses in active individuals can reach 3500-7000 mg of sodium alone. Electrolyte balance is required to maintain normal cell function and plasma volume, and even a 2% reduction in body weight due to fluid loss can degrade performance.
When combined with Melorun®'s cellular protection, the electrolytes in SkinSips® Plus ensure that recovery nutrients can reach and protect the tissues that need them most. Proper hydration maintains plasma volume, delays fatigue, and helps prevent injuries associated with dehydration. This creates a hydration advantage that standalone supplements simply can't match.
Sunfiber® (1.48g Prebiotic Fiber)
The most powerful ingredient in the world is worthless if your body can't absorb it. Sunfiber® is a natural, gentle prebiotic fiber that supports digestive health without the excess gas, bloating, and discomfort associated with other fibers. Unlike many fibers that can limit absorption of essential minerals, Sunfiber® actually promotes the absorption of iron and other nutrients, ensuring that your body can effectively take in and utilize all the nutrients in the formula, including Melorun®.
As a Low FODMAP certified fiber, Sunfiber® is exceptionally gentle on the digestive system, maintaining gut comfort during training. For those who've experienced GI distress with other supplements, this addition makes all the difference between a product you can take consistently and one that sits unused in your cabinet.
As a prebiotic fiber, Sunfiber® promotes healthy gut flora which supports digestive health and overall wellness. This gut health support contributes to better nutrient absorption and immune function critical factors for anyone training regularly and pushing their body to adapt and recover.
The Science Problem - Why Your Body Needs Help After Hard Training
Understanding Oxidative Stress: The Hidden Cost of Training
When you push yourself during a workout, your muscles don't just get tired—they experience a cascade of cellular stress that can actually work against your training goals if left unmanaged. At the heart of this process is something called oxidative stress.
Here's what happens: During intense exercise, your body's oxygen consumption can increase 10-20 fold, leading to a dramatic rise in free radical production. These free radicals—specifically reactive oxygen species (ROS)—are unstable molecules that damage cellular structures including muscle fibers, proteins, and DNA. While some ROS production is necessary for normal cellular signaling and adaptation to exercise, excessive amounts overwhelm your body's natural antioxidant defenses.
Think of it like this: exercise creates controlled damage that your body repairs to come back stronger. But when oxidative stress becomes excessive, it's like trying to repair a house while someone keeps knocking down walls faster than you can rebuild them.
The Real Impact on Your Training
This oxidative damage manifests in several ways that directly impact your performance and recovery:
Muscle Damage and Inflammation: Free radicals attack muscle cell membranes and proteins, leading to the soreness, stiffness, and inflammation you feel 24-48 hours after training. This is reflected in elevated levels of creatine kinase (CK) in your blood, a marker that indicates muscle fiber damage.
Impaired Recovery: When your body is busy dealing with oxidative damage, it diverts resources away from adaptation and growth. You're not just recovering slower—you're potentially limiting the gains you could be making from your training.
Joint Wear and Tear: Oxidative stress affects more than just muscles. It can damage joint cartilage and increase inflammatory markers in synovial fluid, contributing to the cumulative joint stress that many athletes experience over time.
Nutrient Depletion: Your body burns through its antioxidant reserves trying to manage this stress. Critical minerals like magnesium are rapidly depleted during exercise, yet they're essential for energy production, muscle function, and recovery processes.
Why Standard Approaches Fall Short
Most athletes try to address recovery through rest, protein, and hydration—and while these are essential, they don't directly address the oxidative stress problem. Your body produces its own antioxidant enzymes like SOD, but during intense training periods, production can't keep pace with demand.
Taking random antioxidant supplements might seem like the solution, but research shows mixed results. The key is providing the RIGHT antioxidants in the RIGHT forms at the RIGHT doses specifically targeting the enzymatic antioxidant systems that work at the cellular level.
This is where SkinSips® Plus comes in. Rather than simply masking symptoms or providing generic antioxidants, it delivers clinically-proven doses of SOD B® from Melorun® that work with your body's natural defense systems to combat oxidative stress at its source.
How SkinSips Plus Works - Four Mechanisms of Superior Recovery
Now that you understand the oxidative stress problem, let's explore how SkinSips® Plus addresses it through four distinct but interconnected mechanisms. This is where the science gets exciting, because Melorun® doesn't just work one way, it supports your recovery through multiple pathways simultaneously.
Mechanism 1: Protects Your Muscles from Damage
Studies on athletes taking Melorun® showed a remarkable 38% reduction in muscle fibrosis compared to placebo groups. Fibrosis is the formation of excess fibrous connective tissue in response to injury or damage—essentially scar tissue that makes muscles less functional and more prone to injury.
By neutralizing free radicals before they can damage muscle fibers, Melorun® helps minimize this fibrotic response. Research also showed decreased levels of creatine kinase (CK), a biomarker that indicates muscle damage. Lower CK levels mean less cellular damage is occurring in the first place, allowing your muscles to recover faster and more completely.
The result? You experience less soreness, bounce back quicker between training sessions, and maintain muscle quality over time rather than accumulating micro-damage that eventually catches up with you.
Mechanism 2: Remodels Muscle Fibers for Better Performance
Here's where it gets really interesting. Melorun® has been shown to activate a protein called PGC-1α, which is known as the "master regulator" of mitochondrial biogenesis. In simpler terms, it tells your cells to build more energy-producing powerhouses.
This activation promotes the conversion of fast-twitch muscle fibers (Type IIx) to slow-twitch fibers (Type I). Why does this matter? Slow-twitch fibers are:
- More resistant to fatigue
- Better at using oxygen efficiently
- More metabolically efficient
- Less prone to oxidative damage
This doesn't mean you're losing explosive power. It means your muscles are becoming more resilient and capable of sustaining performance over time. For endurance athletes, this is obviously beneficial. But even strength athletes and CrossFitters benefit from improved muscular endurance that allows them to maintain quality reps deep into a workout.
Mechanism 3: Preserves Your Magnesium Stores
In clinical trials, athletes taking Melorun® showed a +3.6% increase in plasma magnesium levels after 8 weeks of supplementation, while the placebo group experienced a -1.2% decrease. This might not sound dramatic, but the implications are significant.
Magnesium is critical for:
- ATP energy production
- Protein synthesis
- Muscle contraction and relaxation
- Nervous system function
- Preventing cramps and muscle spasms
The magnesium-sparing effect of Melorun® means your body retains more of this essential mineral during the stress of training. Combined with the additional magnesium in the SkinSips® Plus formula, you're getting a two-pronged approach: preservation of existing stores PLUS active replenishment.
Mechanism 4: Protects Your Joints and Connective Tissue
Your joints take a beating during training, and oxidative stress contributes to cartilage degradation over time. Research on horses in training showed that Melorun® supplementation led to reduced levels of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) in synovial fluid—a marker that indicates cartilage breakdown was occurring at lower rates.
The same study showed reduced prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), an inflammatory marker associated with joint stress. Lower inflammation in the joints means:
- Less pain and stiffness
- Better range of motion
- Reduced long-term wear and tear
- Improved training longevity
For athletes who want to keep training hard for years—not just months—this protective effect on joints is invaluable. You're not just recovering from today's workout; you're protecting your ability to keep training tomorrow, next month, and next year.
The Clinical Evidence - Real Studies, Real Results
SkinSips® Plus isn't based on marketing hype or anecdotal claims. The Melorun® at its core has been studied in rigorous clinical trials with measurable, reproducible results. Here's what the research shows:
Study Design: Gold-Standard Research
The primary clinical trial was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. The gold standard in scientific research. The study involved:
- 38 casual sportspersons engaging in moderate training
- 40mg of Melorun® daily (equivalent to 14,000 IU of SOD B®, the same dose in SkinSips® Plus)
- 8 weeks of supplementation
- Comprehensive biomarker testing before and after
Three Key Results That Changed Recovery
1. Enhanced Antioxidant Defense (+9%)
[Graph showing 9% increase in antioxidant capacity]
Participants taking Melorun® showed a 9% increase in total antioxidant capacity compared to baseline. This means their bodies became significantly better at neutralizing free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative damage. Your natural defense systems get stronger, not just temporarily supplemented.
What this means for you: More resilient cells that can handle the stress of training without breaking down. Less oxidative damage translates directly to faster recovery and reduced muscle soreness.
2. Dramatic Reduction in Inflammation (-36% CRP)
[Graph showing 36% decrease in C-reactive protein]
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a key biomarker of systemic inflammation. The study showed a remarkable 36% reduction in CRP levels in the Melorun® group, while the placebo group saw no significant change.
What this means for you: Less inflammation means your body spends less energy fighting internal fires and more energy on actual recovery and adaptation. You feel less "beaten up" after hard training sessions, and chronic inflammation that can interfere with progress is kept in check.
3. Magnesium Preservation (+3.6%)
[Graph showing magnesium levels: +3.6% Melorun® vs -1.2% Placebo]
While the placebo group saw their magnesium levels decrease by 1.2% over the 8-week study period, the Melorun® group actually increased magnesium levels by 3.6%. This is the magnesium-sparing effect in action.
What this means for you: Consistent energy production, better muscle function, reduced cramping, and improved nervous system support. Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in your body—maintaining healthy levels is critical for performance.
Additional Proven Benefits
Beyond these three headline results, research on Melorun® has demonstrated:
- 38% reduction in muscle fibrosis - Less scar tissue formation, better muscle quality
- Decreased creatine kinase (CK) levels - Lower muscle damage markers
- Reduced TNF-α - Another key inflammatory marker decreased
- Protected glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) - Less cartilage breakdown in joints
- Increased PGC-1α activation - Enhanced mitochondrial function and energy production
- Favorable muscle fiber adaptation - Shift toward more fatigue-resistant muscle fibers
The Bottom Line
These aren't theoretical benefits or estimates. They're measured outcomes from controlled research. When you take SkinSips® Plus at the clinically effective dose of 14,000 IU of SOD B® daily, you're getting the same proven formula that delivered these results in clinical trials.
The science is clear: Melorun® works at the cellular level to reduce oxidative stress, decrease inflammation, preserve essential minerals, and support comprehensive recovery. Everything else in the SkinSips® Plus formula amplifies and complements these core benefits.
How to Use SkinSips® Plus for Maximum Results
Getting the most from SkinSips® Plus is straightforward, but timing and consistency matter. Here's everything you need to know to optimize your recovery.
The Basic Protocol
Dosage: One stick pack per day
Mixing: Add to 8-16 ounces of cold or room temperature water
Timing: Pre or post-workout is optimal, but daily consistency is most important
Each stick pack delivers the clinically effective dose of 14,000 IU of SOD B® from Melorun®—the same amount proven effective in 8-week research studies.
When to Take It
Ideal Timing: Immediately Post-Workout
The research supporting Melorun® focused on daily supplementation, but there's logic to taking it right after training when oxidative stress is at its peak. During and immediately after exercise, your body experiences a surge in free radical production. Getting antioxidant support into your system quickly helps neutralize this damage before it accumulates.
Post-workout is also when:
- Your muscles are primed for nutrient absorption
- Electrolyte replacement is most beneficial for rehydration
- Magnesium replenishment supports the recovery processes already underway
Alternative Timing Options:
- Morning (non-training days): Maintain consistent daily intake even on rest days to keep antioxidant levels stable
- Pre-workout: Some users prefer taking it 30-60 minutes before training for the L-Theanine's calm focus benefits
- Evening: Can be taken at night if you train late or prefer spreading out supplement intake
The Most Important Factor: Consistency
The clinical studies showing benefits used daily supplementation over 8 weeks. Whether you take it morning, noon, or post-workout matters less than taking it every single day. The magnesium-sparing effects, fiber adaptation, and antioxidant capacity improvements build over time with consistent use.
What to Expect
Week 1-2: Initial Effects Most users report feeling:
- Less severe muscle soreness after hard training sessions
- Improved mental clarity and reduced training-related stress
- Better overall recovery between workouts
- Enhanced hydration and reduced cramping
Week 4-8: Full Benefits The clinical trials measured comprehensive results at 8 weeks, when participants showed:
- 36% reduction in inflammatory markers (CRP)
- +3.6% increase in plasma magnesium levels
- 9% improvement in total antioxidant capacity
- Noticeable improvements in training capacity and recovery quality
Beyond 8 Weeks: Sustained Performance Continue taking SkinSips Plus as long as you're training consistently. The protective effects on muscles, joints, and cellular function are most valuable when maintained long-term, preventing the accumulation of oxidative damage that can derail training over months and years.
Can You Stack It With Other Supplements?
Yes. SkinSips Plus is designed to complement, not replace, your existing supplement stack.
Works Well With:
- Protein powders: SkinSips Plus addresses cellular recovery while protein provides building blocks
- Creatine: Different mechanisms—creatine supports ATP recycling, Melorun® protects against oxidative stress
- BCAAs: Amino acids support muscle protein synthesis; SkinSips Plus protects muscle quality
- Pre-workouts: Take SkinSips Plus post-workout for recovery while using stimulants pre-workout for performance
- Multivitamins: Sunfiber® actually promotes mineral absorption, enhancing other supplements
Important Notes:
- The 1.48g of Sunfiber® may cause the drink to appear slightly cloudy or have some texture—this is normal and indicates the prebiotic fiber is present
- Sunfiber® is Low FODMAP certified, so it's gentle even for those with sensitive digestive systems
- If you're taking medications, consult your healthcare provider, particularly if you're on blood thinners or medications affected by mineral absorption
Mixing Tips
- Add one stick pack to your shaker bottle or glass
- Pour 8-16 oz of cold or room temperature water (not hot—heat can degrade active ingredients)
- Shake or stir vigorously until dissolved
- Consume immediately for best taste and effectiveness
- Don't be concerned if the drink has a slight cloudiness—that's the Sunfiber® fiber working
Storage
Store stick packs in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. The individual packaging keeps each dose fresh and makes it easy to bring to the gym or travel with.
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Why SkinSips Plus Is Your Best Choice
The recovery supplement market is crowded with products making bold claims. Here's what sets SkinSips Plus apart and why it's the smarter choice for serious athletes and active individuals:
Clinically Effective Dosing
SkinSips Plus: 14,000 IU of SOD B® per serving—the exact dose proven effective in clinical trials
Most competitors: Under-dosed proprietary blends with no clinical validation
The 8-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study used 40mg of Melorun® daily, delivering 14,000 IU of SOD B®. That's precisely what you get in every stick pack of SkinSips Plus. You're not guessing if you're getting enough—you're getting the proven dose.
Addresses Recovery at the Cellular Level
SkinSips Plus: Targets oxidative stress, the root cause of muscle damage and slow recovery
Most competitors: Mask symptoms with stimulants or provide only amino acids
By neutralizing free radicals at their source through SOD supplementation, SkinSips Plus prevents damage rather than just treating the aftermath. This leads to measurable reductions in muscle fibrosis, inflammatory markers, and cellular damage.
Multi-Mechanism Action
SkinSips Plus: Four distinct recovery pathways working synergistically
Most competitors: Single-mechanism formulas (just protein, just BCAAs, just electrolytes)
You're getting:
- Muscle protection and reduced fibrosis
- Improved muscle fiber quality and mitochondrial function
- Magnesium preservation and replenishment
- Joint and cartilage protection
This comprehensive approach means you're not just recovering from one aspect of training stress—you're addressing everything your body needs.
Clean, Premium Ingredients
SkinSips Plus: Clinically backed ingredients, non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan-friendly, zero sugar
Most competitors: Artificial sweeteners, fillers, proprietary blends with undisclosed amounts
Every ingredient serves a purpose:
- Melorun®: 100% natural French melon concentrate, non-GMO
- L-Theanine: Pure amino acid for mental recovery
- Magnesium: From dried sea water, not cheap synthetic forms
- Electrolytes: Sodium and potassium in optimal ratios
- Sunfiber®: Low FODMAP certified, promotes nutrient absorption
- Natural flavoring: Non-GMO lemon and strawberry, no artificial colors or sweeteners
Only 15 calories per serving with zero sugar—pure functional ingredients.
Absorption-Optimized Formula
SkinSips® Plus: Includes Sunfiber® prebiotic fiber to enhance nutrient uptake
Most competitors: No consideration for absorption, may actually block nutrient uptake
Many fibers can limit absorption of essential minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium. Sunfiber® does the opposite. It actually promotes mineral absorption while supporting digestive health. This means every ingredient in SkinSips Plus gets where it needs to go.
Gentle on Digestion
SkinSips® Plus: Low FODMAP certified, no GI distress
Most competitors: Cause bloating, cramping, or digestive issues during training
Sunfiber® is Monash University Low FODMAP certified, meaning it's clinically proven to be gentle even for those with sensitive digestive systems. You won't experience the gas, bloating, or bathroom emergencies that plague users of other fiber-containing supplements.
Backed by Published Research
SkinSips® Plus: Multiple peer-reviewed studies on Melorun® and its components
Most competitors: Marketing claims with no scientific validation
The research supporting Melorun® includes:
- Randomized controlled trials on muscle recovery and oxidative stress
- Published studies on muscle fiber adaptation and mitochondrial function
- Joint health research in athletic populations
- Clinical validation of the magnesium-sparing effect
These aren't company-funded testimonials—they're independent scientific studies published in peer-reviewed journals.
Convenient Single-Serve Packets
SkinSips® Plus: Pre-measured stick packs, perfect for gym bags and travel
Most competitors: Bulky tubs with messy scoops that require measuring
Each stick pack contains exactly what you need. No guessing, no mess, no forgetting to bring your supplements to the gym. Throw a few in your gym bag, keep some at work, pack them for competitions or travel.
Supports Long-Term Training Sustainability
SkinSips® Plus: Protects against cumulative damage, supports joint health, maintains muscle quality
Most competitors: Short-term fixes that don't address long-term athletic longevity
By reducing muscle fibrosis by 38% and protecting joint cartilage from breakdown, SkinSips Plus helps you maintain training consistency not just this month, but for years to come. This is recovery that thinks beyond tomorrow's workout to your athletic career as a whole.
Women-Owned Brand Commitment
SkinSips® Plus: Created by athletes who understand real recovery needs
Most competitors: Corporate formulations created in boardrooms, not gyms
SkinSips ® is built by people who train hard and know what actual recovery feels like. The formula reflects real-world athletic needs, not marketing trends or profit-maximizing ingredient choices.
The Bottom Line
SkinSips® Plus offers a comprehensive approach to sports nutrition by protecting the body against the "invisible enemy" of oxidative stress. By combining high-potency SOD from Melorun® with essential minerals, mental performance support, and hydration optimization, it allows athletes to train harder, recover faster, and maintain their physical integrity over the long term.
This isn't about masking symptoms or getting a temporary boost. SkinSips® Plus works at the cellular level to fundamentally improve how your body responds to training stress, turning each workout into an opportunity to build a more resilient, more capable you. Whether you're chasing personal records or simply want to feel better during and after your workouts, SkinSips® Plus delivers the science-backed support that makes the difference.
Ready to experience complete recovery? Make SkinSips® Plus part of your daily routine and discover what it feels like when your body truly has what it needs to thrive.