17 best multivitamins for women 2025, reviewed by editors
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I'm not afraid to admit that, previously, I would reach for the first bottle in sight, entirely disregarding what might qualify as the best multivitamins for women. After all, I'm a busy corporate girly, with no time to properly read up on the various supplements and vitamins that might be capable of supercharging my day.
However, after speaking to my pals, boyfriend and doctor, it's come to my attention that I don't have to feel this groggy all the time. Yep, a daily dose infused with vitamin C, D, magnesium, iron and the like might actually help with those minor health complaints I've lived with for far too long.
“Taking a quality multivitamin and mineral is like a daily health insurance to support health and wellness, both now and for the future," says Naturopath & Nutritional Therapist at Nutri Advanced, Elouise Bauskis. And it seems other experts agree, with Health Expert at Revive Active, Dr Fiona Barry adding: “They are often taken to help fill nutrient gaps in an individual's diet.”
But it seems the spike in my interest is not unique. Searches for the ‘best multivitamins for women’ are majorly up — we're talking as much as 248%. Essentially, we're all taking our health seriously as we race towards 2026.
So, here's a reminder: Multivitamins can simplify the world of supplements tenfold, considering there is now nutritional support for literally everything – from hair growth to sleep and vegan-friendly probiotics for boosted gut health. But it's also a good starting point if you're a total beginner looking to fill nutritional gaps, or don't have the disposable income to spend on multiple tinctures. With just one (or two) tablets, you can check off a decent chunk of the essential nutrients and mineral supplements that support your immune system.
But, like many other wellness buys, not all multivitamins are made equal. Some work wonders, while others… not so much. Thankfully, we've personally trialled a host before pulling together a comprehensive guide to the very best multivitamins for women. Read up on our favourites, as well as expert answers to common FAQs.
Keep in mind that this article isn't a substitute for professional medical advice, and our recommendations won't replace a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet.
How we test multivitamins for women:
We're forever keen to ensure our product recommendations are real and trustworthy, so we've taken the time to test as many of the featured multivitamin supplements as we can. For those we've not yet tried, watch this space. For those products we have tested, we've done so over a long period. Sophie Cockett, GLAMOUR's Senior European Commerce Editor, took Heights Vitals every day for three months, for example, before writing her review.
While testing these multivitamins, we assessed them against a number of key criteria. First, practical factors such as cost and availability were taken into account. We also looked at dosage and how the vitamins are administered, be it as capsules you swallow or gummies you chew. Then there were the results; did taking the supplements make us feel noticeably different, and if so, how? Did this happen immediately or take some time? We considered all of the aforementioned to land on the following list.
Ahead, the best multivitamins for women in 2025, reviewed by GLAMOUR editors:
Multivitamins for women: Answers to your FAQs
In short, yes. “Everyone could benefit from taking a high-quality multivitamin and mineral supplement," explains Bauskis. “Every day, we have a basic requirement for a broad range of essential vitamins and minerals. Ideally, we’d get all these from a well-balanced diet, but the reality is, due to modern-day farming, food processing, soil quality and how our food is grown, this is just not the case.
“A large percentage of the population relies on processed, nutrient-lacking, convenience foods for their staple diet – only 8% of children and less than 30% of adults meet the five-a-day fruit and veg recommendations," she continues. “So, not only is the typical UK diet lacking in goodness and adequate nourishment, but we’re also dealing with the added burden of pollution, toxins, stress, poor sleep, alcohol, sugar and chronic disease. It’s not surprising that many people in the UK are lacking the essential micronutrients needed for optimal health.”
“Anyone could benefit from a well-formulated multivitamin, but specific populations are more likely to benefit from others,” suggests Stephenson. “Anyone with increased nutrient needs, like those with a stressful lifestyle, restrictive diet, heavy exercise schedule, recovering from surgery, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the two years following childbirth, and particular age groups — individuals in their 20s and over 50s typically find it difficult to get the RDA of the full spectrum of micronutrients from food alone.”
It's important to make sure you choose a high-quality multivitamin supplement before adding it to your daily wellness routine. According to Baker, you should try to avoid multivitamins that contain carbonate, oxide, and silicon dioxide: "Synthetic fillers and additives are, to put it bluntly, signs of a poor quality supplement. Many companies will cut corners and compromise on the ingredient quality for larger profit margins.”
You also need to take into account your personal needs and goals. For example, during pregnancy, it's recommended to opt for multivitamins that contain sufficient levels of folate, iron and choline, as well as vitamin D, all of which are particularly helpful when it comes to foetal development.
“Multivitamins are also a great option for those going through rapid growth stages such as adolescence and puberty, when the body requires particularly large doses of varying nutrients,” adds Baker. “Calcium, vitamin D and phosphorus, for example, are vital nutrients required for bone growth during these definitive years.”
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“You want to see a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals,” says Stephenson. “Many [multivitamins] just contain vitamins, but minerals are as important.” She says you should look out for B vitamins and vitamin D3, most notably, while Bauskis adds that vitamins K2 and B12 are important, as are minerals, magnesium, zinc and iodine.
Yes – and they will often say on the packaging, so they are easy to spot. Bauskis notes: “Women may have a higher need for iron, specifically during the menstruating years, so a gentle, well-absorbed form of iron is an important part of a woman’s multivitamin. How a woman handles oestrogen and other hormones throughout her life can be supported with the addition of phytonutrients like broccoli and pomegranate.”
She continues: “Selenium and iodine are often lacking in our diets but play a major role in thyroid function and our reproductive health.” If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or menopausal, you can also buy specific multivitamins to best support your needs.
"As most multivitamins contain fat-soluble vitamins, it is best to take them with food, as
we require dietary fats to increase absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K," details Baker. “Which meal you take them with doesn’t matter quite as much; however, do ensure that the meal contains a source of healthy fat.”
However, it's important to take multivitamin supplements daily as instructed and not to exceed the recommended dose. “Taking multivitamins in excess may cause harmful side effects, and taking them in conjunction with other medications can also have unintended consequences," recommends Barry. "Therefore, it's always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.”
Baker also suggests that how you store your vitamin supplements is as important as your dosage: “Fat-soluble vitamins are powerful antioxidants and if exposed to UV light for lengthy periods will oxidise and produce free radicals – not good!” In order to prevent this, you should look to store your multivitamins in airtight containers – the dark glass bottles that each supplement comes in are always a good choice.
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Generally, multivitamins are a safe way of ensuring that you meet your nutritional needs — but, at the same time, it's possible to have too much of a good thing.
Barry shares that taking more than the recommended dosage of multivitamins can sometimes result in nausea, headaches, diarrhoea or constipation. It's also important to consider how some vitamins and minerals can interact with certain medications, such as blood thinners or birth control pills, to avoid any complications. If you're someone who suffers from allergies, you can also opt for an allergen-free complex.
“Anyone with a medical condition or on prescription medication should consult with their physician before taking supplements,” explains Stephenson. Essentially, if you are unsure, speak to a doctor or specialist first. “Some individuals should avoid taking iron; you'll notice that many practitioner brands avoid using iron in their multivitamins for this reason," she adds. "Iron should really be taken separately, and only when required to avoid the risk of iron accumulation.”
Meet the experts:
| Stephanie Baker | Registered Nutritional Therapist at Purolabs. |
| Dr Fiona Barry | Health Expert at Revive Active. |
| Rhian Stephenson | Nutritional Therapist, Naturopath, ex-athlete and founder of ARTAH. |
| Elouise Bauskis | Naturopath & Nutritional Therapist at Nutri Advanced. |





















