Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Cupcake, 1.6 lb (720 g) supplement bottle
Designer Wellness

Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Cupcake, 1.6 lb (720 g)

What We Researched
20 active ingredients analyzed · 14 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
81
Product Score Good
66
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin D 5 mcg 25%
Thiamin 1.5 mg 125%
Riboflavin 1.7 mg 142%
Vitamin B6 2 mg 154%
Pantothenic Acid 10 mg 200%
Calcium 150 mg 12%
Iron 0 mg 0%
Phosphorus 280 mg 22%
Potassium 50 mg 1%
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin D Good
  • Thiamin Good
  • Riboflavin Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Pantothenic Acid Good
  • Calcium Good
  • Iron Fair
  • Phosphorus Good
  • Potassium Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Designer protein lite blend: (gmo-free soy protein isolate, gmo-free & rbgh-free whey protein isolate (milk))
  • Polydextrose
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Natural and artificial vanilla flavor
  • Lecithin
  • Sucralose
  • Garcinia cambogia
  • Green coffee berry
  • Vitamins and minerals: Calcium phosphate
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Thiamin Mononitrate
  • Riboflavin
  • Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin D 5 mcg Under-dosed
  • Thiamin 1.5 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin 1.7 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 2 mg Effective
  • Pantothenic Acid 10 mg Effective
  • Calcium 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Iron 0 mg Under-dosed
  • Phosphorus 280 mg Under-dosed
  • Potassium 50 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 60
Total Fat 0 g 0%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 90 mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 5 g 2%
Dietary Fiber 4 g 14%
Total Sugars 0.5 g
Includes .5 g Added Sugars 1%
Protein 10 g 20%
Vitamin D 5 mcg 25%
Thiamin 1.5 mg 125%
Riboflavin 1.7 mg 142%
Vitamin B6 2 mg 154%
Pantothenic Acid 10 mg 200%
Calcium 150 mg 12%
Iron 0 mg 0%
Phosphorus 280 mg 22%
Potassium 50 mg 1%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Designer protein lite blend: (gmo-free soy protein isolate, gmo-free & rbgh-free whey protein isolate (milk)) Unknown
Polydextrose Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, to add bulk, and as a prebiotic fiber.

Cellulose Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes supplement formulations.

Natural and artificial vanilla flavor Unknown
Lecithin Safe

It is used as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients.

Sucralose Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewables, gummies, and powdered supplements without calories.

Garcinia cambogia Unknown
Green coffee berry Unknown
Vitamins and minerals: Calcium phosphate Unknown
Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Thiamin Mononitrate Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B1.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) Generally_safe

It is added as a nutritional component.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Designer Wellness

Founded 1993 · Carlsbad, CA, United States · 9 products · designerwellness.com

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
Coa Availability — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

3 incidents
Prop 65 lead, cadmium2016-11-14Source
Lawsuit Protein-spiking (misrepresenting the amount of protein)2014Source
Recall Designer Whey Protein2012-06-29Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder a good supplement?

Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Cupcake, 1.6 lb (720 g) received a product quality score of 81/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 20 active ingredients with 45 servings per container. Of the 14 inactive ingredients, 6 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Designer Wellness, holds a brand trust score of 66/100.

What are the ingredients in Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder?

Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder contains 20 active ingredients: Calories (60), Total Fat (0 g), Saturated Fat (0 g), Trans Fat (0 g), Cholesterol (0 mg), Sodium (90 mg), and 14 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder safe to take?

Designer Wellness Designer Lite®, Plant + Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Cupcake, 1.6 lb (720 g) has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Designer Wellness a trustworthy supplement brand?

Designer Wellness receives a brand trust score of 66/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, United States, the company offers 9 products in their lineup. Note: Designer Wellness has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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