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Labdoor is building the trusted online drugstore.
Labdoor has raised $3.4M across 2 funding rounds.
Key people at Labdoor.
Labdoor was founded in 2012 by Rafael Ferreira (Founder/CMO) and Helton Souza (Founder/CTO) and Neil Thanedar (Founder/Chairman).
Labdoor has raised $3.4M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Labdoor is a marketplace where consumers research, find, and buy the best supplements.
To verify the purity and potency of these products, Labdoor first buys and tests actual dietary supplement samples:
• We send each product to an FDA-registered laboratory for a detailed chemical analysis.
• Our scientists then collect the laboratory results and use internal algorithms to translate this data into simple grades and rankings for consumers.
• Find a product you love? Click "buy it now" to activate in-app purchases.
Labdoor is a company building a trusted online drugstore focused on dietary supplements. It offers a marketplace where consumers can research, find, and purchase supplements that have been independently tested for purity and potency. Labdoor buys supplement samples, sends them to FDA-registered labs for chemical analysis, and then translates the results into simple grades and rankings to help consumers make informed decisions. This service addresses the widespread problem of supplement quality and safety uncertainty, serving health-conscious consumers seeking transparency and verified product efficacy. Labdoor has grown into one of the largest supplement review platforms globally, leveraging scientific testing and data-driven rankings to build trust and ease of purchase[1][3].
Founded in 2012 by Rafael Ferreira (CMO), Helton Souza (CTO), and Neil Thanedar (Chairman and founding CEO), Labdoor emerged from the need to provide reliable, science-backed information in the largely unregulated supplement market. Rafael Ferreira brought creative and marketing expertise, having worked with major global brands, while Helton Souza led the technical and certification efforts. Neil Thanedar, with experience founding other ventures, helped launch Labdoor through Y Combinator’s Winter 2015 batch. Early traction came from establishing credibility through rigorous lab testing and transparent reporting, which differentiated Labdoor from typical supplement retailers and review sites[1].
Labdoor rides the growing consumer trend toward health transparency and evidence-based wellness. As awareness of supplement safety issues rises, demand for verified product information increases. The timing is favorable due to increasing regulatory scrutiny and consumer skepticism about supplement claims. Labdoor influences the broader ecosystem by setting a standard for transparency and third-party verification, pushing the supplement industry toward higher quality and accountability. Its model also exemplifies how technology and science can combine to empower consumers in health-related purchases[1][7][8].
Labdoor is well-positioned to expand its influence as consumers increasingly demand trustworthy health products. Future growth may involve broadening product categories, enhancing in-app purchasing experiences, and integrating personalized health data to tailor supplement recommendations. Trends such as digital health, personalized nutrition, and stricter regulatory environments will shape Labdoor’s journey. Its role as a trusted verifier and marketplace could evolve into a central hub for supplement transparency, potentially partnering with healthcare providers or wellness platforms to deepen impact. Labdoor’s foundation in rigorous science and consumer trust will remain its core strength as it navigates a complex and growing market[1][3][7].
Labdoor was founded in 2012 by Rafael Ferreira (Founder/CMO) and Helton Souza (Founder/CTO) and Neil Thanedar (Founder/Chairman).
Labdoor has raised $3.4M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Labdoor's investors include Floodgate, 8-Bit Capital, Creandum, Harrison Metal, Ligature, Otherwise Fund, Sherpalo Ventures, Zetta Venture Partners, Alexander Ljung, Eric Quidenus-Wahlforss, Eric Ries, Jason Lemkin.
Key people at Labdoor.
Labdoor has raised $3.4M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $3.0M Series A in November 2016.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2016 | $3.0M Series A | Floodgate | 8-Bit Capital, Creandum, Harrison Metal, Ligature, Otherwise Fund, Sherpalo Ventures, Zetta Venture Partners, Alexander Ljung, Eric Quidenus-Wahlforss, Eric Ries, Jason Lemkin, Matt Macinnis, Correlation Ventures, FYRFLY Venture Partners, Heroic Ventures, Seabed VC, Zeno Ventures |
| Jan 24, 2013 | $350K Seed | Aberdare Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, Mayo Benefactors Innovation Fund, Mohr Davidow Ventures |