Qualia Mind
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Qualia Mind is worth a look.
31 active ingredients -- the most of any single formula in this review -- and the highest-priced at $159 USD (list price). Not available to order direct in the GCC: Qualia's own international-shipping page (checked 2026-09-28) lists only Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand outside the US. Contains caffeine (100mg per serving) -- not ideal for GCC buyers who avoid stimulants; a caffeine-free version is available. Verify import status with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) in the UAE, or the relevant MOH before ordering.
What it does
Qualia Mind is a 31-ingredient nootropic stack developed by Qualia Life Sciences (formerly Neurohacker Collective), a San Diego-based company focused on systems biology and complex supplementation. It is the most ingredient-rich formula in this review and is designed for experienced supplement users. For GCC buyers: the default formula contains caffeine (100mg), which may not suit all consumers; a caffeine-free variant is offered. We have not verified a local product registration with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) or the health ministries of other GCC states, and Qualia does not list any GCC state as a shipping destination (checked 2026-09-28). At $159 USD list price it sits at the premium end of the market.
How it works
Qualia Mind covers more cognitive pathways than any competitor: cholinergics (Alpha-GPC, Citicoline as Cognizin), adaptogens (Rhodiola), neuro-nutrients (PS), amino acid precursors (Tyrosine, Taurine, Theanine), B-vitamin complex, and several novel ingredients (SmartSeed, Sabroxy, Pyrroloquinoline Quinone). The theory is synergistic optimisation across all cognitive systems simultaneously. Neurohacker publishes a proprietary research program supporting the formula.
What to expect
Acute effects on day one: sustained attention, moderate energy boost from caffeine (100mg per serving). Within 2-4 weeks: improved mental endurance and working memory. At 8-12 weeks: cumulative adaptogen and memory benefits. Important: 6 capsules per serving is a significant daily pill burden. Start with the recommended 7-day loading cycle (2 days off per week) to assess tolerance.
Hero ingredients
- Phosphatidylserine100mg
- Alpha-GPC115mg
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine500mg
- Rhodiola370mg
- Ginkgo120mg
- Nutricog300mg
Who it's for
- 31 active ingredients
- 100-day money-back
- Published research program
Who should skip
- $159 list price
- 6 capsules per serving
- Contains caffeine -- not preferred for conservative GCC market
Dosing audit
| Ingredient | Label | Clinical | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 45mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) | 15mcg (600 IU) | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Thiamine (thiamine HCl) | 2.5mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Riboflavin | 2mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Niacin (niacinamide) | 16mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate) | 2mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate calcium) | 333mcg DFE | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) | 100mcg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Biotin | 30mcg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Pantothenic Acid (D-calcium pantothenate) | 5mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Magnesium (magnesium aspartate) | 84mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl | 500mg | 1500-3000mg/day | ✕ Under |
| Rhodiola rosea Root Extract (3% rosavins, 1% salidrosides) | 370mg | 200-600mg/day | ✓ Pass |
| Nutricog (Terminalia chebula fruit and Boswellia serrata gum resin extracts) | 300mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine | 250mg | 2000mg/day (lowest positive trial) | ✕ Under |
| Taurine | 200mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| L-Theanine | 200mg | 100-200mg/day | ✓ Pass |
| Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract (RealLionsMane) | 125mg (8:1 extract) | 1000-1800mg/day | ? Unverified |
| Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract (24% glycosides) | 120mg | 240mg/day (24/6 extract) | ✕ Under |
| Alpha-GPC (L-alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine) | 115mg | 300-600mg/day | ✕ Under |
| Caffeine (from Coffeeberry coffee fruit extract, guarana seed extract and anhydrous caffeine) | 100mg | 100-200mg | ✓ Pass |
| Phosphatidylserine (from sunflower lecithin) | 100mg | 100-300mg/day | ✓ Pass |
| Polygala tenuifolia Root Extract | 100mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| SmartSeed (Celastrus paniculatus seed extract) | 90mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Cognizin (citicoline) | 50mg | 250-500mg/day | ✕ Under |
| Sabroxy (Oroxylum indicum bark extract) | 50mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Saffron Stigma Extract | 30mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Lutein (Lutemax Brain marigold flower extract) | 10mg (12mg lutein + zeaxanthin together) | 12-27mg/day | ✓ Pass |
| Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Disodium Salt (PQQ) | 10mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Boron (boron glycinate) | 3mg | No reference dose on file | Not scored |
| Zeaxanthin (Lutemax Brain marigold flower extract) | 2mg (12mg lutein + zeaxanthin together) | 12-27mg/day | ✓ Pass |
Ingredient quality
Number and quality of evidence-graded ingredients. Trademarked extracts and standardized actives raise this score.
Dosing vs. clinical evidence
The share of ingredients with a reference dose on our ingredient pages whose label-stated daily amount meets that page's minimum. Amounts the label hides (blend shares) or states on a different basis count as not met; ingredients with no reference page are listed but not scored.
Formula transparency
Full disclosure of every ingredient at its exact dose. Proprietary blends are scored as opaque.
Value for money
Cost per month relative to per-serving clinical doses delivered. Cheaper products with underdoses score lower.
Brand trust
Brand reputation, third-party testing, refund track record, and Trustpilot signal across multiple years.
How the score is computed
Each pillar is weighted by editorial importance. Weights are constant across every brand we audit — they're not adjusted to favour any particular product.
- Ingredient quality25%
- Dosing vs. clinical evidence30%
- Formula transparency20%
- Value for money15%
- Brand trust10%
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Cancelling a subscription
Your Qualia subscription will renew automatically, but you can cancel or adjust it at any time, with no conditions or mandatory length of subscription.
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Money-back guarantee
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1 x Qualia Mind 2.0 - 120 count Boxed
≈ $7.95/serving
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Buying in the Gulf
- Local price
- $159 · 1 x Qualia Mind 2.0 - 120 count Boxed
- Import pathway
- Qualia's own international-shipping page (https://www.qualialife.com/faqs/do-we-ship-internationally, checked 2026-09-28) lists only Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand outside the US. GCC buyers cannot order direct from the brand.
Ingredient amounts from Qualia Life Sciences' Qualia Mind 2.0 label at https://www.qualialife.com/shop/qualia-mind, checked 2026-10-08.
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Health disclaimer
Dietary supplements sold in Saudi Arabia are regulated by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA); in the UAE, general food supplements are regulated by Dubai Municipality while products making medicinal or therapeutic claims require marketing authorisation from the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE, ede.gov.ae), which now handles drug registrations previously processed through the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Many GCC consumers prefer Halal-certified supplements; capsule shells (gelatin vs HPMC vegetable cellulose) are a meaningful differentiator. We surface Halal-certifying authority where verifiable and never fabricate certifications. This page is editorial, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplement.