Nootropic

DMAE

Also known as: DMAE (Dimethylaminoethanol), Deanol, Dimethylaminoethanol

Evidence

Choline precursor with membrane-stabilizing effects. Moderate nootropic effects.

Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.

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The highest-scored DMAE product in our catalog (80/100). Track dose and overlaps in the app.

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Every DMAE product we have scored

#	Product	Score	Per serving
1	NOW Foods True Focus	80 A-	$0.31
2	Bluebonnet Nutrition DMAE 100 mg	78 B+	$0.26
3	Bluebonnet Nutrition POWER THOUGHT	74 B+	$1.47

Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.

Common questions

How much DMAE should I take?

The typical range is 100-300 mg daily. Safe long-term

When should I take DMAE?

Morning. Optional.

Which form of DMAE is best?

Capsules — Oral. Other forms in the catalog: Topical.

Is DMAE safe?

Commonly reported: Headache, Muscle tension, Insomnia. Serious warnings: May worsen depression. Safe

Which DMAE supplement scores highest?

NOW Foods True Focus, at 80/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.

Primary uses

Focus
Skin health
Choline support
Membrane health

How it works

Acetylcholine precursor (inefficient)
Cell membrane stabilizer
Topical skin benefits

Dosage

Typical range: 100-300 mg daily
Timing: Morning
With food: Optional
Duration: Safe long-term
Special populations: Mild cognitive support

Forms

Capsules
Topical

Safety

Common side effects

Headache
Muscle tension
Insomnia

Contraindications

Bipolar
Depression
Epilepsy

Products containing DMAE

Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list DMAE on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.

NOW Foods

Bluebonnet Nutrition

Bluebonnet Nutrition

Evidence notes

Choline precursor with skin benefits

Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.

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