Can I use an oil solution in these, or will it disintegrate the capsules (like Vcaps)? I need to make them 30-90 days ahead of time, from consumption.
1782830
I would not use these for oil caps. They are standard dry fare. look around and ask the essential oil people how to do it. http://heritageessentialoils.com/search.php
1782831
I put essential oils in mine but take immediately. I read somewhere they will disintegrate after a while.
1782832
Coconut oil holds for days so far as long as you keep the sides dry when filling and capping and don't trap any excess pressure inside the pill to push out the oil. I put them in the fridge to set them (not sure it helps), and with coconut oil under 76f its solid. With A/C at 72f I don't see any melting problems depending on what you dissolved in the oil but most popular things raise melting temps to 77 to 80f. I use a hair dryer to up the temp for filling. about .5 cc of coconut oil, scale shows .5g (with cap .6) of oil. Fridge no freezer to get below 70 then out. No leaks or bursts so far but I only do days at a time for myself. Coconut oil holds for days so far as long as you keep the sides dry when filling and capping and don't trap any excess pressure inside the pill to push out the oil. I put them in the fridge to set them (not sure it helps), and with coconut oil under 76f its solid. With A/C at 72f I don't see any melting problems depending on what you dissolved in the oil but most popular things raise melting temps to 77 to 80f. I use a hair dryer to up the temp for filling. about .5 cc of coconut oil, scale shows .5g (with cap .6) of oil. Fridge no freezer to get below 70 then out. No leaks or bursts so far... » Read More Coconut oil holds for days so far as long as you keep the sides dry when filling and capping and don't trap any excess pressure inside the pill to push out the oil. I put them in the fridge to set them (not sure it helps), and with coconut oil under 76f its solid. With A/C at 72f I don't see any melting problems depending on what you dissolved in the oil but most popular things raise melting temps to 77 to 80f. I use a hair dryer to up the temp for filling. about .5 cc of coconut oil, scale shows .5g (with cap .6) of oil. Fridge no freezer to get below 70 then out. No leaks or bursts so far but I only do days at a time for myself. « Show Less
1782833
I have never tried any oils. They dissolve quickly in water and even if they didn't dissolve from the oil, they would most likely leak. I wouldn't trust them for any liquids.
1699639
I just throw them in. I don't put them in anything first. The casing reminds me of very, very thin plastic ...kind of like the casing of a gel capsule (ie aspirin, aalergy tablet, etc) maybe thinner and completely dissolves. The inside of the pods appears to be a liquid/gel, not as thick as say disher liquid but more like dish washing liquid or creamy hand soap. I hope this helps.
1217832
Yes, they will hold oils, but not other liquids. I have personally used this brand of veg-caps, as well as others, to fill with oils that I found unpalatable. I usually fill a 30-60 day supply at a time, and haven't had any problems with them softening or dissolving while being stored for that time period.
937854
I've never tried it that way. My Dr. told me to take 2 1/4th of a teaspoon's full, twice a day am & pm, in my powdered supplement's and add powdered vit. C to help with the bitter taste. I have RA. Haven't even thought of rubbing it into my skin. I don't see how it could be a problem even mixed with oils. Let me know how it works for you! I hope great!!!
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HI! I premix this with Grape seed and e oils so I am not aware of a shelf life...I will say after about three months the oils can become cloudy but again mine are mixed! The smell is much less potent with the Pure VS. the cooking oil.Hope this helps! I use it in EVERYTHING! and LOVE THIS PRODUCT!
1401863
Ok when solution has dried. I would mix with water instead of oil......solution would dry sooner.
266652
Hi David, The capsule we send to our customer it have two years expiration days.you can use them without guilt :)
1595177
Hi....I have used these caspules for essential oils and have had no problem...however I think it would depend on what oils you use (how strong the ability would be to dissolve) and the duration of time....I only made mine for a few days ahead of time. Good Luck
1195590
they are in a 'ziplock' style sealed bag and will last for at least a year, I would actually say longer but taste might be affected...doubtful the potency will change in bag. I actually had a hole in my bag and transferred to a mason jar. I too refrigerate some supps but not the bcaa powder...as long as it is sealed it probabaly isn't a problem but don't allow moisture to get in!
1288311
Check on the manufacturers site for a liquid form. Those are available and were actually more effective than the capsules until this CO2 process has become more popular. I can't attest to the taste but I am sure someone has a remedy for that.
63122
I believe that the DHA capsules do not expire for 1 year, so long as kept in a room temperature environment. So if you are buying them in preparation for pregnancy or breastfeeding, you could keep them for up to a year. Hope this helps...
728482
Strain cooled oil and put into bottle/jug and refrigerate. I never used it for more than 30 days. You might contact the company producing the oil and ask to be SAFE.
266651
The Capsules did not have a expiration date. I am not sure how long they will last, but that part was not important to me. I use them for my planted tank. I put fertilizer in the Capsules and put them in my fish tank gravel. The plants love it!!
1245042
Honestly - I've never had any left over for that to be a question. Sorry - I have used the same tube for 90 days and it was effective at both sittings. I doubt it expires all that quickly.
1475480
I don't think I would them for that, even though the capsules are pretty sturdy, it seems to me because they do come apart, the oil might still seep through. I think the capsules for fish oil are a little tougher, in my opinion.
937762
I did and no problems. I think it just loses it potency. This product should be put in individual 'vials' and not in such a big bottle. I don't see how anyone could possibly use this much liquid in 30 days or less.
235944
They're not that type of capsule. So, yes, they would disintegrate if you put liquid in them. Hope that helps.