Find Your Formula

Choosing the right formula is important and easy to do

First find your sweat profile.

You can use any of these testing methods.

1. Use our test strips
2. Get a professional analysis done
3. Use another testing method listed here
4. Use your best judgment and follow these guidelines here 

If you don't want to use any of these methods you have two other options

Option 1. Start low with level 1 and move to level 2 or level 3 if you don't feel like level 1 is hydrating you enough. Some common signs might be cramping or underperformance. Make sure you are still drinking enough water as that could be the main issue. Water intake is the most important factor in hydration. 

Option 2. Start with level 2 as that category that the majority of people will fit into. You can adjust up or down at a later time depending on how you feel or if you get a test done and find out you are at a different level. 

First find your sweat type

1,2, or 3

Level 1- Your sweat contains lower amounts of sodium sodium around 500 ppm and you don't need large amounts of salt in your diet to rehydrate. 

Level 2- Your sweat contains a medium level of sodium around 700-1200 ppm- choose this formula to start, this is where the average person will be.

Level 3- Your sweat contains a high level of sodium 1200+, you need a high salt replacement to function properly, typical sports drinks won't be enough.

Once you have your sweat profile level you can move on to step 2 to figure out the factor activity level you need. There are certain types of our formula and each should be used at various times. 

1. Visible Salt Residue:
   • After exercising, check your skin or clothing for a white, chalky residue. This is salt left behind from sweat evaporation.
   • Look for visible streaks on darker workout clothes or hats.
   • The higher more visible salt the higher level you should be.
   • Level 1 should have little to no salt residue, Level 2 might have little bits of white salt spots and level 3 will have heavy salt residue. 
   • Pro Tip: Use a dark shirt or sweatband during exercise and let your sweat dry. Check for white streaks afterward.

1. Taste Test:
   • If your sweat tastes noticeably salty, it’s another indicator. While all sweat contains salt, salty sweaters often have a more pronounced taste.
   • The saltier the taste the higher level you should be.
   • Level 1 should have little to no salt taste, Level 2 might have little and level 3 will have heavy salt taste

1. Stinging Eyes:
   • Sweat dripping into your eyes that causes burning or stinging can indicate a higher salt concentration.

1. Skin Irritation:
   • Salty sweat may irritate your skin, leading to chafing or redness, especially around areas like your underarms or where clothing rubs against your skin.

1. Cramping and Dehydration Symptoms:
   • Salty sweaters may lose electrolytes quickly, leading to muscle cramps, fatigue, or dizziness during prolonged physical activity.

1. Dry Mouth or Excessive Thirst:
   • These can be signs of high salt loss, especially if you feel them after sweating heavily.

Test your sweat to find your right level

Most people will be level 2. If you don't want as much salt go with level 1. And if you feel you are a super salty sweater go with level 3.

Second match your sweat type with the activity level

1. Endurance- If you are engaged in activities that are physically demanding and lots of sweat could occur use the full formula.
2. Active- If you are engaged in light physical exercise, the environment is warm, or you are generally active. You should use the active formula and use your corresponding level. This formula has less sugar than the full concentration formula.
3. Zero- If you are just looking for general hydration throughout the day then you can use this formula. It has 1 gram of sugar and also uses cluster dextrin to act as its transport agent for hydration. If you are not actively working out then you don’t need the added sugar so this formula is for you. This formula also has a lower concentration of electrolytes and sodium 
4. Formula 24- Rest and relaxation formula- use this for general hydration 24/7 needs when no activity is taking place and you don’t need to overload your body with lots of sodium which could lead to higher blood pressure. Think of this as your daily sipper or an enhancement to your regular water throughout the day.

A good rule of thumb:

More activity = More sugar and electrolytes needed

Less activity = Less sugar and electrolytes needed

Remember, we only replace what we need!

If science says use a certain amount of sugar, why do we have a active version with less sugar or a zero version with no sugar?

We understand that some people are looking to reduce their sugar intake or are on a special diet but still want to have a more effective hydration formula over plain water. We created the active or zero version for them. It does not result in a 1 to 1 replacement of glucose but it still is better than water or some other hydration supplements on the market.