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Vegan Smart Protein & Greens Vanilla Creme

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4.5
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(132 ratings)
Sodium 390 mg
Potassium 190 mg
Vitamin A 2500 IU
Copper 1 mg
Iron 9 mg
Molybdenum 37.5 mcg
Vitamin D 600 IU
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A broad vegan protein shake with useful everyday nutrition but uneven micronutrient forms and opaque blends. It is better for meal support than for any specialized goal.
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Quantity:22 Liquid(s) • (15 servings)
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Skin Health

Score 64

A broad vegan protein shake with useful everyday nutrition but uneven micronutrient forms and opaque blends. It is better for meal support than for any specialized goal.
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$26.99($1.79 per serving)
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Analysis

The main strength is a substantial serving of plant protein supported by fiber, greens, vitamins, and minerals. It can help round out a light meal, though the exact protein sources and amino-acid balance are not shown.

Potassium citrate, methylcobalamin, and copper gluconate are useful forms. Vitamin D2, folic acid, zinc oxide, and several other basic forms keep the micronutrient quality mixed rather than consistently strong.

Large fiber, omega, energy, fruit, and greens blends do not disclose their individual components or amounts. The formula fits broad nutrition better than heart, focus, vision, or skin support, where the key actives remain incomplete or lightly dosed.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a plant-based protein shake
  • People wanting protein plus general micronutrients
  • Users comfortable with a complex blended formula
Best for
  • Plant-protein meal support
  • General nutrient coverage
  • Convenient shake-based nutrition

Pros

  • Substantial plant-protein serving
  • Includes fiber, greens, and micronutrients
  • Uses potassium citrate and methylcobalamin

Cons

  • Several large proprietary-style blends
  • Uses vitamin D2 and folic acid
  • High sodium for a general nutrition shake

Warnings

  • The sodium content may not suit a sodium-restricted eating plan.
  • Vitamin K1 can conflict with warfarin dosing, so intake should remain consistent.
  • The included iron may be unnecessary for people who have been told to limit supplemental iron.

Nutrient quality

73 High impact

Methylcobalamin, ferrous fumarate, and potassium citrate are strengths, while vitamin D2, zinc oxide, and chromium chloride are weaker choices. Protein is meaningful, but many vitamins and minerals are maintenance-level and blend components remain unquantified.

Ingredient transparency

59 Moderate impact

Individual nutrients are quantified, but several multi-ingredient blends disclose only totals. Protein, fiber, energy, greens, fruit, and enzyme blends hide component doses.

Customer satisfaction

68 High impact

The average rating is strong and provides a positive customer signal. The review base is more limited, and no specific complaint or experience themes were provided.

Value for money

57 Moderate impact

Substantial protein and broad nutrition add value, but the higher serving cost and opaque extras weaken competitiveness. Comparable products may offer clearer dosing or better quality for the cost.

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Goals

Skin Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Goal FitC Strength of SupportC CoverageD Formula Quality
Zinc · 7.5 mgVitamin C · 30 mgCopper · 1 mgSelenium · 35 mcg

A substantial plant-protein serving supplies amino acids needed for normal tissue maintenance, while vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc, selenium, and copper add basic skin nutrition. The protein is not collagen and does not provide a skin-specific peptide profile.

Antioxidant and repair support is modest, and the formula lacks direct hydration or photoprotection ingredients. Its main purpose is general protein and greens nutrition rather than skin health.

Study evidence
Copper Supportive 16 studies
Selenium Supportive 22 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 106 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
170 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
5 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
0 mg
Total Carbohydrates
13 Gram(s)
Protein
20 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Vitamin A Palmitate)
2500 IU
Vitamin C (Sodium Ascorbate)
30 mg
Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol)
600 IU
Vitamin K (Phytonadione)
40 mcg
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
0.75 mg
Riboflavin
0.85 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
10 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
1 mg
Folate (Folic Acid)
200 mcg
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
9 mcg
Biotin
150 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
5 mg
Iron (Ferrous Fumarate)
9 mg
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
75 mcg
Zinc (Zinc Oxide)
7.5 mg
Selenium (Sodium Selenate)
35 mcg
Copper (Copper Gluconate)
1 mg
Manganese (Manganese Sulfate)
1 mg
Chromium (Chromium Chloride)
60 mcg
Molybdenum (Sodium Molybdate)
37.5 mcg
Sodium (Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate)
390 mg
Potassium (Potassium Citrate)
190 mg
Complete Protein Blend
23 Gram(s)
Fiber and Omega Blend (Combination)
6 Gram(s)
Vegan Energy Blend (Combination)
6 Gram(s)
Green Blend
1070 mg
Fruit Antioxidant Blend (Herb/Botanical)
675 mg
Digestive Enzyme Blend
300 mg
Prebiotic
150 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
B Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

Named sodium salts and highly bioavailable supporting electrolytes strengthen ingredient quality. The sodium amount fits the preferred athletic replenishment range. The higher serving cost is partly explained by substantial non-electrolyte nutrition.

A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

Potassium citrate provides a strong form with useful alkalizing properties. The amount is moderate and does not reach the collection median for potassium. Protein, fiber, vitamins, and greens may justify the broader shake format, but it is costly and inefficient when potassium is the main priority.

C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Vitamin A palmitate supplies a modest amount that suits a fortified meal product, but it lacks carotenoid-based regulation. The serving contains dietary fat, which supports absorption despite the absence of a dedicated oil delivery claim. The high serving cost reflects protein and other nutrition blends rather than efficient vitamin A delivery.

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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Noninferiority of Copper Dressings Than Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Healing Diabetic Wounds: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
    Melamed E; Dabbah J; Israel T; Kan I; Pinzur MS; Roth T; Borkow G · Advances in wound care · 2026
    Randomized trialSkin Health forCopper
  2. Improvement of facial skin characteristics using copper oxide containing pillowcases: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel, randomized study.
    Borkow G; Gabbay J; Lyakhovitsky A; Huszar M · International journal of cosmetic science · 2010
    Randomized trial57 participantsSkin Health forCopper
  3. Radially Electrospun Fibrous Membrane Incorporated with Copper Peroxide Nanodots Capable of Self-Catalyzed Chemodynamic Therapy for Angiogenesis and Healing Acceleration of Diabetic Wounds.
    Huang Y; Qi L; Liu Z; Jiang Y; Wang J; Liu L; Li Y; Zhang L; Feng G · ACS applied materials & interfaces · 2023
    Animal experimentSkin Health forCopper
  4. Engineering copper nanoparticle/polysaccharide-immobilized cotton gauze for accelerated healing of Staphylococcus aureus-infected dermal wounds.
    Sahoo M; Banerjee T; Virkar S; Das S; Biswas S; Mitra D · Journal of materials chemistry. B · 2026
    Animal experimentSkin Health forCopper
  5. Stimulation of Healing of Non-Infected Stagnated Diabetic Wounds by Copper Oxide-Impregnated Wound Dressings.
    Melamed E; Rovitsky A; Roth T; Assa L; Borkow G · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2021
    Single-arm trialSkin Health forCopper
  6. Comparative clinical trial of bifonazole solution versus selenium sulphide shampoo in the treatment of pityriasis versicolor.
    Chu AC · Dermatologica · 1985
    Randomized trial38 participantsSkin Health forSelenium
  7. Selenium supplementation and secondary prevention of nonmelanoma skin cancer in a randomized trial.
    Duffield-Lillico AJ; Slate EH; Reid ME; Turnbull BW; Wilkins PA; Combs GF; Park HK; Gross EG; Graham GF; Stratton MS; Marshall JR; Clark LC; Nutritional Prevention of Cancer Study Group · Journal of the National Cancer Institute · 2003
    Randomized trial1,312 participantsSkin Health forSelenium
  8. Evidence-Based Nutritional Interventions in Wound Care.
    Saeg F; Orazi R; Bowers GM; Janis JE · Plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2021
    Systematic review2,339 participants36 studies pooledSkin Health forSelenium Skin Health forZinc
  9. A randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial evaluating the effects of vitamin E and selenium on arsenic-induced skin lesions in Bangladesh.
    Verret WJ; Chen Y; Ahmed A; Islam T; Parvez F; Kibriya MG; Graziano JH; Ahsan H · Journal of occupational and environmental medicine · 2006
    Randomized trial121 participantsSkin Health forSelenium
  10. The Whitening, Moisturizing, Anti-aging Activities, and Skincare Evaluation of Selenium-Enriched Mung Bean Fermentation Broth.
    Wei K; Guo C; Zhu J; Wei Y; Wu M; Huang X; Zhang M; Li J; Wang X; Wang Y; Wei X · Frontiers in nutrition · 2022
    Clinical trial31 participantsSkin Health forSelenium
  11. Efficacy and Tolerability of Topical 0.1% Stabilized Bioactive Retinol for Photoaging: A Vehicle-Controlled Integrated Analysis.
    Farris P; Berson D; Bhatia N; Goldberg D; Lain E; Mariwalla K; Zeichner J; Miller D; McGuire T; Kizoulis M · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2024
    Meta-analysis471 participants6 studies pooledSkin Health forVitamin A
  12. Tensile properties and contours of aging facial skin. A controlled double-blind comparative study of the effects of retinol, melibiose-lactose and their association.
    Piérard-Franchimont C; Castelli D; Cromphaut IV; Bertin C; Ries G; Cauwenbergh G; Piérard GE · Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) · 2016
    Randomized trial120 participantsSkin Health forVitamin A
  13. Antiaging action of retinol: from molecular to clinical.
    Bellemère G; Stamatas GN; Bruère V; Bertin C; Issachar N; Oddos T · Skin pharmacology and physiology · 2009
    Randomized trial48 participantsSkin Health forVitamin A
  14. An Updated Review of Topical Tretinoin in Dermatology: From Acne and Photoaging to Skin Cancer.
    Balado-Simó P; Morgado-Carrasco D; Gómez-Armayones S; López-Ferrer A; Barco D; Ferrándiz-Pulido C; Podlipnik S · Journal of clinical medicine · 2025
    Narrative reviewSkin Health forVitamin A
  15. Novel Cyclized Hexapeptide-9 Outperforms Retinol Against Skin Aging: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Active- and Vehicle-Controlled Clinical Trial.
    Chang H; Tao K; Yang Y; Wang Y; Ge M; Wang X; Tang S; Yu H · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025
    Randomized trialSkin Health forVitamin A
  16. Evaluation of the anti-wrinkle effect of an ascorbic acid-loaded dissolving microneedle patch via a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study.
    Lee C; Yang H; Kim S; Kim M; Kang H; Kim N; An S; Koh J; Jung H · International journal of cosmetic science · 2017
    Randomized trial23 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  17. Comparative Study on the Outcome of Periorbital Wrinkles Treated with Laser-Assisted Delivery of Vitamin C or Vitamin C Plus Growth Factors: A Randomized, Double-blind, Clinical Trial.
    Machado BHB; Frame J; Zhang J; Najlah M · Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2021
    Randomized trial149 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  18. Randomized trial of topical ascorbic acid in DMSO versus imiquimod for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma.
    Burke B; Bailie JE · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie · 2022
    Randomized trial25 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  19. Vitamin C improves healing of foot ulcers: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Gunton JE; Girgis CM; Lau T; Vicaretti M; Begg L; Flood V · The British journal of nutrition · 2022
    Randomized trial16 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  20. Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women.
    Cosgrove MC; Franco OH; Granger SP; Murray PG; Mayes AE · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2007
    Cross-sectional study4,025 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  21. Sex-related differences in response to zinc pyrithione shampoo vs. non-anti-dandruff shampoo.
    Collins LZ; Baines FL; Matheson JR; Turner GA; Diao Y; Li Y; Pi Y · International journal of cosmetic science · 2019
    Meta-analysis2,088 participants20 studies pooledSkin Health forZinc
  22. Maintenance of an Acidic Skin Surface with a Novel Zinc Lactobionate Emollient Preparation Improves Skin Barrier Function in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis.
    Andrew PV; Pinnock A; Poyner A; Brown K; Chittock J; Kay LJ; Cork MJ; Danby SG · Dermatology and therapy · 2024
    Cohort study23 participantsSkin Health forZinc
  23. Spatial expression of metallothionein, matrix metalloproteinase-1 and Ki-67 in human epidermal wounds treated with zinc and determined by quantitative immunohistochemistry: A randomised double-blind trial.
    Ågren MS; Chafranska L; Eriksen JO; Forman JL; Bjerrum MJ; Schjerling P; Larsen HF; Cottarelli E; Jorgensen LN; Gjerdrum LMR · European journal of cell biology · 2021
    Randomized trial30 participantsSkin Health forZinc
  24. A pilot trial using topical regular crystalline insulin vs. aqueous zinc solution for uncomplicated cutaneous wound healing: Impact on quality of life.
    Attia EA; Belal DM; El Samahy MH; El Hamamsy MH · Wound repair and regeneration : official publication of the Wound Healing Society [and] the European Tissue Repair Society · 2014
    Randomized trial90 participantsSkin Health forZinc