Energy & Immunity Boosters: IV Drips vs Vitamin Injections vs Supplements

Feeling low on energy, run-down, or fighting off a cold?
Whether you're chasing a glow, recovering after burnout, or boosting your immunity, how you get your nutrients matters. Let's compare IV drips, vitamin injections, and oral supplements to help you choose the most effective option.

Quick Comparison: What Works Best?

Method	Absorption Rate	Speed of Effect	Customisation	Ideal Frequency
IV Drip Therapy	90–100% (Direct to bloodstream)	Rapid (Immediate to 30 mins)	Fully customisable (vitamins, minerals, hydration)	Weekly or as needed
Vitamin Injections	~70–90% (Intramuscular)	Fast (Within 24 hours)	Targeted (B12, Iron, etc.)	Weekly or monthly
Oral Supplements	10–30% (Digestive system loss)	Slow (Days to weeks)	Pre-dosed, limited	Daily, ongoing

IV Drip Therapy: The Gold Standard in Wellness

IV Therapy delivers hydration, vitamins, and minerals straight into your bloodstream, bypassing your digestive system for maximum absorption and instant impact.
Skin Reform’s customised energy & immunity drips are designed to:

Combat fatigue and burnout
Rehydrate after illness or travel
Support glowing skin and hair
Boost immunity with Vitamin C, Zinc, and B-complex

Why It Works: 100% absorption, instant hydration, and tailored blends
Session Time: Just 30 minutes
Best For: Busy professionals, wellness enthusiasts, post-travel recovery, and beauty seekers

Starting from: R150

Vitamin Injections: Fast, Targeted, Powerful

Looking for a quick hit of essential nutrients like B12, Iron, or Vitamin D?
Intramuscular vitamin shots provide a fast and effective way to correct deficiencies or boost energy, especially if you struggle with absorption through the gut.

Why It’s Great:

Fast-acting
Perfect for vegans (B12) or anaemic clients (Iron)
Zero digestion required

Session Time: 5–10 minutes
Best For: Targeted boosts or deficiency correction
Starting from: R120

Oral Supplements: The Slow Burn Option

Supplements in tablet or capsule form can support long-term wellness but come with absorption limitations.
Nutrients must pass through your digestive tract, meaning only a small fraction actually reaches your cells, especially if you have gut issues or take them with food.

Downsides:

Poor absorption
Slower results
Harder to customise the dosage

Best For: Maintenance support, not rapid recovery
Ongoing cost: Moderate (R200–R600/month)

What Our Experts Recommend

At Skin Reform, we recommend starting with a custom IV Drip for immediate results, whether you’re recovering from burnout, prepping for an event, or just need a glow-up.
Once your levels are topped up, vitamin injections or oral supplements can help maintain results.

Boost your energy, hydrate your body, and feel the difference, fast.

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Vitamin C
B12 & B-complex
Electrolytes
Antioxidants

Available at Sandton and Bedfordview
Only 30 minutes to feel brand new

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IV Drip Therapy offers the fastest and most effective energy boost thanks to 90–100% absorption directly into the bloodstream. Effects are often felt within 30 minutes, making it ideal for burnout, low energy, or pre-event recovery.

Vitamin injections typically work within 24 hours. They’re great for targeted deficiencies like B12 or iron and are ideal if you need a fast, focused nutrient top-up without the digestive lag of oral supplements.

Yes — IV Drip Therapy bypasses the digestive system, delivering nearly 100% absorption, compared to just 10–30% with oral supplements. It’s best for rapid hydration, energy, immunity boosts, and visible glow-ups.

IV Drips are perfect for busy professionals, frequent travellers, beauty-conscious clients, or anyone recovering from fatigue, illness, or burnout. Sessions take just 30 minutes and are available in Sandton, Bedfordview, and Cape Town.

Absolutely. After an IV or injection jumpstart, oral supplements can help maintain your results over time. Think of them as your maintenance plan—while IVs and shots do the heavy lifting upfront.