Rootless : Science-backed Health Supplement

Client

Rootless is a pioneer in creating all-natural daily bite supplements made from seaweed, designed to deliver seaweed’s health benefits in a tasty and accessible way. Their focus is on improving health, supporting the planet, and uplifting communities.

Challenge

Rootless wanted to develop a scientifically proven seaweed bite product that consistently delivers significant health benefits, particularly for women aged 26-70. The challenge was to create a recipe that combined multiple seaweed species with natural ingredients, ensured consistent efficacy, met consumer taste expectations, and could be scaled in production without compromising quality.

Our Approach

  • Science-Based Recipe Creation: Developed a proprietary blend bank of seaweed species for consistent nutritional benefits.
  • Culinary Innovation: Paired seaweed with natural ingredients like dates, nuts, and seeds, avoiding any artificial or ultra-processed components.
  • Rapid Prototyping & Consumer Validation: Quickly generated product prototypes and refined them based on direct consumer feedback.
  • Design Thinking for Claims: Formulated credible, consumer-driven health claims aligned with actual use cases.
  • Process & Packaging Standardization: Established scalable manufacturing and packaging processes to maintain quality during growth.

Results Delivered

  • Created a product with proven health benefits:
    • 97% of consumers experienced more hydrated hair, skin, and eyes
    • 86% reported increased energy throughout the day
    • 83% had more regular digestion with less bloating
  • Developed proprietary IP with a unique seaweed blend ensuring consistent nutrition, taste, and performance.

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