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SOMADERM Gel

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New U Life claims that SOMADERM Gel will provide all the benefits of growth hormone when applied transdermally. However, the ingredients lack strong scientific research.

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SOMADERM Gel Review: Does It Provide Benefits?

By Anthony Dugarte, M.D., C.S.C.S

Updated on: Apr 23, 2020

What is SOMADERM Gel?

SOMADERM Gel is a synthetic version of growth hormone (GH) that allegedly improves bone and joint health, build muscle, reduce fat, and improve sleep with regular use.

Your pituitary gland produces GH, a hormone with wide-ranging effects related to growth, development, metabolism, and physical performance.

Deficiency can occur spontaneously, and without a clear cause, it may be associated with an underlying medical condition. As GH has so many important actions, the unwanted effects of associated with low levels are numerous and can include:

  • Mental decline
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased muscle mass and strength
  • Fat accumulation around your midsection
  • Decreased bone density
  • Poor heart function and increased plaque
  • Blood clotting

There are medical treatment options for those with GH deficiency, but New U Life claims to offer a non-prescription option that can provide some of the benefits of GH.

New U Life states that you can preserve your youth and fight aging by using SOMADERM Gel regularly.

But is there any merit to these claims?

In this review, we'll help you answer this question by highlighting the available support for SOMADERM Gel's active ingredients.

But first, let's discuss the recommended use for this supplement.

How to use SOMADERM Gel

According to the website, you should apply 2-4 pumps in the morning and 2-4 pumps in the evening for 5-days on. You would then take a 2-day break.

Also, New U Life recommends applying SOMADERM Gel to your armpits, forearms, wrists, and behind the knees. Rotate these areas of the application so no patch of skin is overused.

As SOMADERM Gel is transdermal and absorbed into your blood circulation through the skin, you must apply it over thin areas of your skin. The concentration of the supplement can be drastically reduced if you massage it into thicker areas of skin like your thigh or calf, for example.

While New U Life claims that following these steps will allow for SOMADERM Gel to be readily absorbed into your bloodstream, they do not detail how quickly you can expect to see results.

The Research Behind SOMADERM Gel's Active Ingredients

New U Life claims that SOMADERM Gel's proposed benefits are made possible by blending just 3 ingredients.

The SOMADERM Gel active ingredients are:

  • Somatropin 30X
  • Glandula Suprarenalis Suis 6X
  • Thyroidinum 8X

The dosing of the SOMADERM Gel ingredients is listed as the number of times that they've been diluted. The larger numbers represent weaker concentrations for that particular ingredient.

Somatropin

According to New U Life, the star ingredient, somatropin, is a synthetic GH that is available for over-the-counter (OTC) use because it has been diluted 30 times.

Somatropin allegedly offers many of the benefits of GH while avoiding the unwanted side effects that may be associated with injectable forms of treatment.

GH gel formulations were tested in the late 70s and compared to standard injectable treatment in children with GH deficiency. While the gel was effective in stimulating growth and preventing the larger spikes in GH levels associated with injections, neither the gel nor the injections were able to sustain the growth rate of these children.

In an animal study, the concentrations achieved with transdermal GH preparations were comparable to injectable forms. Rather than massaging a gel into the skin, a radio-frequency device was used to create pores, however.

In the long-term, somatropin treatment in those with GH deficiency can improve body composition, muscle strength, bone density, and cholesterol levels.

However, the support for treatment with diluted, transdermal formulations of somatropin is lacking.

Glandula Suprarenalis Suis

Your adrenal glands play a wide array of roles vital to normal body functions. They help regulate metabolism, blood pressure, fluid balance, and blood sugar.

According to New U Life, glandula suprarenalis is an extract intended to support the function of your adrenal glands.

We were unable to track down any credible research regarding this ingredient, however. Thus, there is currently no support for its efficacy or safety.

Thyroidinum

Your thyroid gland is part of a system that helps regulate many body functions related to metabolism, heart rate, body temperature, growth and development, and even brain function.

According to New U Life, thyroidinum is included in their blend to support thyroid health.

Regarding its effect on metabolism, oral thyroidinum supplementation did not lead to weight loss in fasting subjects.

More recently, thyroidinum 3X was found to improve weight loss and symptoms associated with hypothyroidism. However, it is important to note that these subjects were also on standard medical treatment for this condition.

Again, support for the transdermal use of this ingredient is lacking. While oral supplementation has been tested, they only seem to benefit those with low thyroid hormone levels.

Is SOMADERM Gel Safe?

New U Life offers a blend of ingredients that have not been extensively studied in human trials. Also, the majority of the available research has tested the short-term use of oral preparations.

As support for transdermal use in human subjects is lacking, conclusions regarding the safety of SOMADERM Gel can't be made at this point.

Injectable treatment with synthetic GH has been associated with joint pain, insomnia, headache, back pain, and muscle spasms, though it is generally considered well-tolerated. Animal studies have demonstrated that concentrations may be similar when applied transdermally, so similar side effects may occur with SOMADERM Gel.

While we weren't able to locate any research that tested the safety of glandula suprarenalis, a study reviewed 12 different OTC adrenal support supplements and found that they may contain hidden steroid and thyroid ingredients that can be harmful.

Thyroidinum 3x was safely tested in those with hypothyroidism. However, oral formulations were used in this study.

There is no indication that this supplement is capable of boosting hormone levels into dangerous levels, but it is a good idea to be aware of signs and symptoms should they arise.

Signs of Excess GH

  • Enlarged facial features
  • Enlarged hands or feet
  • Thickened, oily skin
  • Fatigue
  • Swelling and muscle pain
  • Joint pain

Sign of Adrenal Hyperactivity

  • Increased fat accumulation around your midsection
  • Round face
  • Fatty hump on your neck
  • Thin skin
  • Weak bone and muscles
  • fatigue

Signs of Thyroid Hyperactivity

  • Irritability
  • Increased heart rate
  • Hand tremors
  • Weight loss
  • Diarrhea
  • Excess sweating

It is best to speak with a doctor before using SOMADERM Gel, especially if you feel your GH levels may be low. As a delicate interplay of multiple systems regulates your hormone levels, it is not a good idea to manage them on your own.

Identify the underlying cause first and then collaborate with your doctor to outline the best plan of care.

The Cost

New U Life offers SOMADERM Gel directly from their website.

You can purchase your bottle for $169.99 + shipping. If you opt for the subscription service, you'll save $20 and receive free shipping. This service requires a membership.

New U Life does back your purchase with a 60-day guarantee, though they apply a 25% restocking fee to orders of 2 bottles or more. According to their site, you must contact support before returning opened products.

For membership inquiries or to initiate returns, New U Life suggests calling 925-274-5000 or emailing support@newulife.com.

What Are the Alternatives to SOMADERM Gel?

For now, it seems as though New U Life has the market cornered regarding OTC synthetic GH gels.

However, supplements that claim to boost GH levels or provide the benefits of this hormone are numerous.

SeroVital is one example.

SeroVital offers a blend of amino acids and extracts that are alleged to boost GH. It is available directly from the products page. Additional retailers carry the supplement:

  • Costco: $94.99 (160 count)
  • GNC: $69.99 (120 count)
  • Ulta: $69.30 (120 count)
  • Amazon: $93.22 (160 count) and $89.99 (148 count)

While you'll pay less than half of the price for SOMADERM Gel, don't expect an abundance of scientific support for the ingredients. SeroVital's blend seems to boost HGH levels though no other benefits were seen.

Whether topical or oral formulations, it is best to speak with your doctor before attempting to manage hormone levels on your own.

The Bottom Line

New U Life's SOMADERM Gel offers 3 ingredients that all lack strong scientific support for their ability to offer benefits when applied transdermally.

There is evidence that injectable forms of synthetic GH formulations can be effective in managing GH deficiency, but this does not infer that diluted transdermal preparations will be efficient in those with normal levels.

New U Life claims that a key benefit of their product is avoiding the adverse effects commonly associated with medical management for low GH. However, without studies investigating transdermal application, no conclusions can be drawn regarding the safety or effectiveness of SOMADERM Gel.

In fact, you may be at risk for boosting hormone levels into dangerous ranges if levels are already adequate.

When you figure-in the high cost, suspect return policy, and potential for harm, it is best to stay away from this product.

Never manage hormone levels on your own - always speak to a physician about the symptoms you may be experiencing.

Customer Reviews

3.6 Stars out of 44 Reviews
5 Star:56% 4 Star:4% 3 Star:2% 2 Star:11% 1 Star:25%
64% Recommend This Product
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Posted on Sep 24, 2018

Doesn't do anything

By Gnelle S., Orlando, FL, Verified Reviewer

I used this product faithfully and as directed for 6 months. The only change was the decrease in my bank account. I never noticed any benefits from using it. I am a menopausal woman who had heard from other users it stopped their hot flashes and other meno symptoms. This was not the case for me. Other users said it eliminated arthritis pain. This also did not happen to me. Everyone says to give it a few months try, I gave it 6 months. If it's not going to work after that amount of time, it never will.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 55 People Have Voted

Posted on Sep 25, 2018

Product is beyond AWESOME!

By Brenda F., Maryland, Verified Reviewer

I have been using this for over 6 weeks! I cannot get over the change in me, my sleeping pattern (instead of sleeping 20 hours a day, I am sleeping 8 hours a night), my energy level, my brain fog is gone, and my memory has improved. It is truly worth trying. Possibly it might not work for a very few, but, it works for me, and that's all I care about. And, NO, I am NOT selling it, nor do I plan too. I am almost 72 years old, and I'm sick of people badmouthing products when they haven't even tried them! I have ME and Lupus, the drugs for those two AI diseases are HORRIBLE, and I take none of them. So, try the gel, or shut up, don't discourage people, especially if they very well could have the same results as I am having.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 52 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 18, 2018

The best support product!

By Michael S., New Jersey, Verified Reviewer

I will be 50 in April 2019, have 2 titanium hips from years of aggressive athletics and trying and was ready to give this product a try, literally 3 minutes after receiving the video from a friend, last February 26th.

I have been using Somaderm, originally HGH Gel, for 9 months uninterrupted. I started in March with an 8-pack, so as the inventory became depleted, I thankfully still had bottles for my wife and I, so no problem there.

I have coined a phrase that I feel perfectly describes this product and lays waste to the "miracle" moniker. "This is a support product and a catalyst to a healthier lifestyle." Anything more than this by way of expectation is solely by choice of the user.

Network marketers are notorious for embellishing the results of their product, I vowed NEVER to do this. If it didn't work for me, I would tell people, but it has, and I feel better than I have in the last 20 years.

Everything we do is tied to sleep pattern. Putting your head down to bed is actually the beginning of your day, not the end as many believe it to be. This product helps incredibly well in that regard. I have also combined the use of the product with intermittent fasting. In a nutshell, my last meal is never after 8:00 PM and my first meal is never before 11:00 AM. This has lead to a weight loss in body fat specifically of 30 lbs (218-188) I have since added 5 lbs of lean muscle and have been in a 192-195 lb range for the better part of the last 6 months (Tuesday weigh in).

My muscular and cardio endurance are off the charts. My recovery time is nearly immediate, aches and pains have subsided significantly and my eyesight is beginning to show slight improvement. My hair is growing much more rapidly and I am getting my hair cut every 3 weeks, which was normally 5-6 weeks before using the gel.

I DO NOT drink alcohol. Never a sip, so that plays into my favor, and my only dietary change was to cut out soda and surgery sports drinks, opting for water (approximately 100 ounces daily) and unsweetened cold tea. I still love bread, still eat pasta, never ever meal prep, and enjoy a big ol' juicy burger with my kids after a ball game.

To call this product a scam is extremely reckless, in my personal opinion, and yes, just as reckless as claiming it cures every ailment under the sun, so I get those that are upset. If you are reading these boards, looking for reasons not to try the product or become a distributor, ask yourself "what are my realistic expectations?" If you are looking for a better, healthier life, then make better choices and consider some of what I've mentioned here.

Somaderm is the perfect product at the perfect price point for people our age that are looking for an edge, needing to make a change. The last thing I will leave you with is this:

"Do more...because you CAN!"

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 40 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 18, 2019

Results are questionable. Auto ship is a nightmare.

By G M., Dallas, TX, Verified Reviewer

At first, I thought it was doing something because my sleep was better. After two bottles, I really couldn’t see any big difference in sleep, energy, or any other claims they make. My biggest complaint is with the auto-ship system they have. After going through the "process" they have created to stop the auto ship, it took over a month for them to acknowledge that they were in receipt of my request to stop. In the meantime, I’ve gotten two more bottles, that’s $300 added to my credit card bill. I’ve been told I can ship them back for a full refund. Why should I have to pay for shipping when it’s their error? And why should I float them a loan while I wait weeks for a refund? Is Bernie Madoff running this company?

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 39 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 16, 2019

Another poor product full of hype

By Dan G., Stockton, CA, Verified Reviewer

I tried this product for six months and the only thing I noticed was some dreams. If this product had the retention rate of 93% like I was told, they are full of crap. I have a good friend that had over 80 people under him that is now down to less than 40 and they are dropping off like flies. I have used real HGH injections, which were amazing to use. I have found you can buy the real HGH for about $500 per month without a prescription for a three-month supply. That is 30 IUs. The recommendation for a 200 lb person is 7- 10 IU’s per week, but for $500 this price is much cheaper than most. Norditropin is the top selling HGH.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 36 People Have Voted

Posted on Feb 7, 2019

Five months in and I'm loving it!

By Jennie C., Verified Reviewer

I began using Somaderm in August 2018. I started with one full pump two times a day. I felt nothing but tired. After five weeks I had done a little research on homeopathy and learned that with homeopathy, less is more. I cut back my dose to an M&M size, still two times a day, and within days, the benefits kicked in. I was already pretty healthy and active and didn't have any health issues, but what I noticed is that my skin is extremely soft, I now sleep well and fall right back to sleep if I wake up, I have a youthful energy that lasts through the day, no more brain fog, I have not gotten sick since I started the product, my scars are fading and I have a better overall sense of well being. That alone is well worth it! And a bottle lasts me over two months. Other people in my life have experienced hair growth (on a bald head), no need for reading glasses, lifted depression, diminished cellulite, firmer skin, blood pressure normalized and more!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 35 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 16, 2018

Game CHANGER for us!

By Shelby F., Florida, Verified Reviewer

I know they have a 30-day money back guarantee and even if you take it longer they say they will find a good solution, but I actually felt a difference in just a few days.

I'm exhausted a lot of the time, and it affects my quality of life.

My ENERGY went up exponentially! I actually had to reduce to 1/2 a pump - which is fine, sleep is great. My mental clarity improved!

I know EVERYONE is different but for ME - truly a game changer, and given the change so many people experience, I feel like trying a few bottles is a no-brainer!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 33 People Have Voted

Posted on Dec 4, 2018

Has worked wonders!

By Carrie H., Washington DC, Verified Reviewer

I’m 47, suffer from arthritis in my left ankle, bad knees from running when I was younger, the usual aches and pains of being 47, broken sleep, foggy brain, forgetting things a lot (I’m sure related to sleep issues), tired, unmotivated, weight gain and lacking in the energy I once had. I started Somaderm Gel three months ago at the recommendation of a friend. She just couldn’t stop talking about how good she felt. Curious, I checked out the product online and read the reviews and watched the YouTube videos, testimonials, etc. It’s not cheap. I wanted to do my legwork first. After hemming and hawing over this, I decided to take the plunge.

The first week, following recommend two pumps a day, one in the morning and one in the evening - the first thing I noticed was my sleep. I was actually getting some! ALL NIGHT! Finally! Well, that led to changing a whole plethora of things that I needed help with: mood, energy, focus. I thought hmmmm - maybe there really is something to this.

Month two: muscle tone, pain in knees and ankle gone! That’s right. It’s been 10 years since I’ve run on the treadmill - I am able to run again. I’ve noticed inches lost in my waist, my nails are the longest and strongest they’ve been in years, and I’m hardly losing any hair in the shower. My husband has commented on the changes. They’re becoming quite noticeable.

I’ve just started month three. Looking forward to even more benefits. It’s really exciting to see these changes. Everyone is different. I know what I’ve experienced and am satisfied. I do not sell this product and never give reviews, but had to share my experience with it.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 32 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 19, 2018

I love it

By Patricia I., San Diego, CA, Verified Reviewer

It took about a week but then I noticed better sleep, more energy, happier, and now I'm losing weight. It helps suppress my hunger or need to eat all the time. I'm motivated and have clearer thinking. My skin is looking younger and my bald spots are growing hair. Everyone needs to be on this. Even my hairdresser said something about my hair at week three out the blue.

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 28 People Have Voted

Posted on Jan 6, 2019

Negative results

By N M., Boston, MA, Verified Reviewer

I used this gel for four months as directed. The first week I had better sleep and vivid dreams just as they say. After that first week, it stopped helping with sleep. I continued using and about the third month I was starting getting heart palpitations and could not sleep more than 4 or 5 hours a night. I realized it must be the gel in my fourth month. I stopped using it and it took about two weeks but I the palpitations stopped and I was able to sleep again. Also, I was double charged. I could not get anyone to answer the phone or email in customer service. Finally, I just canceled everything. I am not sure what, but to me, it seems like something is not right with this product and company.

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 28 People Have Voted

Posted on Oct 25, 2018

Worth every penny!

By Kim M., Phoenix, AZ, Verified Reviewer

I just started my 4th week on this product and find it amazing. I have lost almost 15 pounds! I took before pics and the muscle definition in my arms is amazing as of this week. I haven't been able to move both of my thumbs for several years. The doctor recommended surgery. As of this week, I can write again. There are several more benefits as of today, including skin tone and sleep. Not only would I recommend this product, I would stock up on it!

Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Helpful Review? 26 People Have Voted
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