In short: A liposomal vitamin is a food supplement in which the active ingredient – for example vitamin C or magnesium – is packaged into microscopic vesicles enclosed by a phospholipid bilayer, called liposomes. The liposome is therefore not the active ingredient itself, but a manufacturing technology and carrier form that is used mainly in liquid products.
Edited by the Vitafoodonline.hu editorial team · Last updated: October 21, 2026
Table of Contents
- How is a liposome built?
- What can and cannot a liposomal product claim?
- What liposomal products are there?
- Who may want to choose a liposomal form?
- What to look for when buying a liposomal product
- Comparison of our liposomal products
- Related Products
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Order liposomal products from Vitafoodonline.hu
How is a liposome built?
The word liposome comes from Greek: lipos means fat and soma means body. Liposomes are made of phospholipids – which are also the natural building blocks of cell membranes. A phospholipid molecule has a water-loving "head" and a water-repelling "tail"; in a watery environment the molecules arrange themselves into a bilayer that forms a tiny, closed sphere.
Inside the sphere there is a watery core that can hold water-soluble substances (such as vitamin C or magnesium salts), while fat-soluble ingredients can be built into the bilayer membrane. The phospholipids are typically obtained from lecithin, which may come from sunflower or soy. Liposomes have been researched since the 1960s and are used by the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food industries alike.
What can and cannot a liposomal product claim?
It is important to know that in the European Union there is no authorized health claim for liposomal technology. The authorized claims of food supplements always refer to the active ingredient – for example vitamin C, magnesium or vitamin D – and not to the technology used to make the product. For this reason, we do not compare the effects of liposomal and conventional forms on this page either.
If you would like to know why the body needs a particular nutrient, read our glossary pages on magnesium or vitamin D3.
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What liposomal products are there?
Several active ingredients are sold in liposomal form. The most common are:
- liposomal vitamin C – typically in liquid drinkable vials or sachets;
- liposomal magnesium – often combining several magnesium salts;
- liposomal melatonin – in dropper bottles;
- liposomal L-carnitine and other ingredients popular with athletes;
- liposomal vitamin D, iron, glutathione or turmeric – these are offered by other manufacturers.
You may see the terms "liposomal" and "liposome" (as in liposome vitamin C) used interchangeably; they mean the same thing.
Who may want to choose a liposomal form?
Liposomal products are almost always liquid, so they are chosen mainly by people who:
- have difficulty swallowing tablets or capsules;
- like single-dose, pre-measured drinkable vials that are easy to take to work or the gym;
- are looking for a flavored form that can be taken as a drink;
- follow a vegan diet and are looking for a product that fits it (check this in the product description).
During pregnancy or breastfeeding, if you take medication regularly, or for children, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice before choosing.
What to look for when buying a liposomal product
- Amount of active ingredient: check on the label how much active ingredient one serving contains and what percentage of the nutrient reference value (NRV) this is.
- Source of the phospholipids: soy or sunflower lecithin – this may matter in case of allergy or sensitivity.
- Vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free: check the labeling and whether the product contains sweeteners.
- Format: drinkable vial, drops or sachet – choose the one that fits your daily routine.
- Dosage and storage: always follow the dosage and storage instructions on the package.
Comparison of our liposomal products
The following MARNYS products, currently in stock, are made with liposomal technology. You will find the authorized claims on the product pages, listed with the active ingredient.
| Product | Format | Pack Size | Who It Is For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marnys Vit-C 1000 Liposomal Vitamin C | Orange-flavored drinkable vial, 1000 mg vitamin C per serving | 20 × 10 ml (200 ml) | Also suitable for a vegan diet |
| Marnys Magvital Forte Liposomal Magnesium | Orange-flavored drinkable vial, magnesium citrate, sulfate and pidolate | 14 × 25 ml | Anyone who wants to supplement their diet with magnesium; vegans too |
| Marnys Carnitine 3000 mg | Drinkable vial, L-carnitine tartrate | 14 × 25 ml (350 ml) | Recreational and professional athletes; vegans too |
| Marnys Liposomal Melatonin Drops | Orange-flavored drops with pipette | 30 ml | Adults; suitable for a vegan diet |
Related Products
- Marnys Vit-C 1000 Liposomal Vitamin C – orange-flavored, single-dose drinkable vial with liposomal vitamin C, gluten-free and sugar-free.
- Marnys Magvital Forte Liposomal Liquid Magnesium – a liposomal combination of three magnesium salts in a drinkable vial.
- Marnys Carnitine 3000 mg – liquid L-carnitine for athletes, made with liposomal technology.
- Marnys Melatonin Drops 1 mg – liposomal liquid melatonin drops for adults, in a pipette bottle.
Liposomal MARNYS Vitamins
Liposomal vitamin C and magnesium in drinkable vials. Orders over 50,000 HUF get a 5% cart discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that a vitamin is liposomal?
It means that the active ingredient is packaged into microscopic vesicles, called liposomes, enclosed by a phospholipid bilayer. This is a manufacturing technology and carrier form, not a separate active ingredient.
Is there a difference between "liposomal" and "liposome" products?
No, the two terms are used as synonyms for the same technology.
Does a liposomal vitamin work better?
In the European Union there is no authorized health claim for liposomal technology, so we do not compare effects. The authorized claims refer to the active ingredient, for example vitamin C or magnesium.
What are liposomes made of?
Phospholipids, typically obtained from sunflower or soy lecithin. If you are sensitive to either, check the product ingredient list.
Can vegans take liposomal products?
Many liposomal products are vegan; for example, according to their descriptions, Marnys Vit-C 1000, Magvital Forte and Carnitine 3000 are also suitable for a vegan diet. Always check the labeling of the specific product.
Order liposomal products from Vitafoodonline.hu
Order conveniently from the Vitafoodonline.hu webshop! Choose from our liposomal vitamin C, magnesium, L-carnitine and melatonin products – you will find our full range in the MARNYS vitamins and food supplements category. We offer a quantity discount on orders of 10 or more items, in-stock products ship with next-day delivery available, and our loyalty program lets you save even more with every purchase. Orders over 50,000 HUF get a 5% cart discount, and GLS shipping is free over 20,000 HUF. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
