The Complete Guide to Zinzino Omega 3's: Which One Is Right for You?
If you've started looking into Zinzino, you may have quickly realised there isn't just one Omega-3 option.
There's BalanceOil+, BalanceOil+ Premium and Essent+ Premium — and at first glance, they can look very similar.
They all provide Omega-3 fatty acids.
They all contain EPA and DHA.
They all incorporate olive-derived ingredients.
So what's actually different between them?
And do you need the Premium version, or is the original BalanceOil+ enough?
This guide breaks down the differences so you can understand exactly what you're getting and choose the format that suits you.
First: What Is Zinzino BalanceOil?
Zinzino BalanceOil+ is an Omega-3 supplement that combines fish oil rich in EPA and DHA with olive oil and vitamin D3.
Rather than providing fish oil alone, Zinzino combines the Omega-3 oils with olive-derived polyphenols.
The standard BalanceOil+ contains fish oil sourced from anchovy, mackerel and sardine, together with cold-pressed olive oil, vitamin D3 and naturally derived flavouring.
The idea behind the range is not simply to “take fish oil”, but to combine supplementation with testing so you can actually see your fatty-acid profile rather than guessing.
That's where the Zinzino BalanceTest comes in.
BalanceOil+ vs BalanceOil+ Premium vs Essent+ Premium
Here's the simple version.
| BalanceOil+ | BalanceOil+ Premium | Essent+ Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Liquid | Liquid | Softgels |
| Omega-3 source | Fish oil | Fish oil | Concentrated fish-oil triglycerides |
| EPA + DHA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Olive oil/polyphenols | ✓ | ✓ Higher-polyphenol R.E.V.O.O. | ✓ R.E.V.O.O. |
| Vitamin D3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Premium olive formula | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best suited to | Everyday liquid Omega-3 | Those wanting the premium liquid formula | Those who prefer capsules |
| How it's dosed | By body weight | By body weight | By body weight / number of softgels |
The biggest decision really comes down to two questions:
Do you want the standard or Premium olive-oil formula?
And:
Do you prefer liquid or capsules?
Let's look at each one.
1. Zinzino BalanceOil+
The original liquid option
BalanceOil+ is the standard option in the Zinzino Omega range.
It combines:
- Fish oil from anchovy, mackerel and sardine
- EPA
- DHA
- Cold-pressed olive oil
- Olive polyphenols
- Omega-9
- Vitamin D3
At a 12 mL serving, Zinzino lists approximately:
2,478 mg total Omega-3 fatty acids
1,283 mg EPA
683 mg DHA
4,092 mg olive oil
3.5 mg olive polyphenols
20 µg vitamin D3
Who might choose BalanceOil+?
BalanceOil+ makes sense if you:
- Want a high-quality daily liquid Omega-3
- Prefer liquid rather than swallowing capsules
- Want the standard Zinzino formula
- Don't feel you need the higher-polyphenol Premium formulation
- Want the more affordable entry point into the BalanceOil range
For many people, the original BalanceOil+ is all they need.
How much do you take?
Unlike many fish oils that use one standard dose for everyone, BalanceOil+ is dosed according to body weight.
Zinzino's recommended daily amount is:
0.15 mL per kilogram of body weight.
For example:
50 kg = 7.5 mL daily
60 kg = 9 mL daily
70 kg = 10.5 mL daily
80 kg = 12 mL daily
90 kg = 13.5 mL daily
Once opened, BalanceOil+ should be refrigerated and used within 45 days.
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2. Zinzino BalanceOil+ Premium
The upgraded liquid formula
If BalanceOil+ is the original, BalanceOil+ Premium is the upgraded version.
Here's where an important distinction needs to be made.
You might assume Premium simply gives you much more fish oil.
It doesn't.
At a 12 mL serving, BalanceOil+ Premium provides the same listed amounts of total Omega-3, EPA and DHA as the standard BalanceOil+:
2,478 mg total Omega-3
1,283 mg EPA
683 mg DHA
The major difference is the olive-oil component.
BalanceOil+ Premium uses Zinzino's R.E.V.O.O. extra virgin olive oil, which is produced from early-harvested olives and provides considerably more olive polyphenols.
Here's the difference:
At a 12 mL serving:
BalanceOil+
3.5 mg olive polyphenols
BalanceOil+ Premium
12.8 mg olive polyphenols
That means Premium contains more than 3.5 times the listed olive polyphenols per 12 mL serving.
So when you're paying extra for Premium, you're not primarily paying for more EPA and DHA.
You're paying for the upgraded olive-oil and polyphenol component of the formula.
That's an important distinction when comparing the two.
What Is R.E.V.O.O.?
You'll see the term R.E.V.O.O. used across Zinzino's Premium range.
It's Zinzino's proprietary extra virgin olive-oil formulation, designed to provide higher levels of naturally occurring bioactive compounds including polyphenols.
Zinzino states that its R.E.V.O.O. contains substantially higher levels of bioactive antioxidants than regular olive oil.
Olive polyphenols are one reason olive oil is receiving so much interest beyond simply being a source of monounsaturated fat.
Within BalanceOil+, the olive oil also forms part of the formulation surrounding the delicate Omega-3 fatty acids.
Who might choose BalanceOil+ Premium?
BalanceOil+ Premium may suit you if you:
- Want the premium Zinzino liquid formula
- Specifically want the higher-polyphenol olive-oil component
- Prefer liquid to capsules
- Already take BalanceOil+ but want to move to the Premium formula
- Want Zinzino's R.E.V.O.O. formulation
Like the standard version, Premium is dosed at:
0.15 mL per kilogram of body weight daily.
It has a natural orange, lemon and mint flavour.
Once opened, refrigerate it and use within 45 days.
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3. Zinzino Essent+ Premium
The softgel option
What if you like the idea of the Premium formulation but simply don't want to take liquid fish oil every day?
That's where Essent+ Premium comes in.
Essent+ Premium is Zinzino's softgel Omega-3 option.
It combines:
- Concentrated fish-oil triglycerides
- EPA
- DHA
- R.E.V.O.O. extra virgin olive oil
- Olive polyphenols
- Olive fruit extract
- Vitamin D3
Each bottle contains 60 softgels.
Unlike BalanceOil+, which uses a liquid fish-oil blend, Essent+ Premium uses concentrated Omega-3 triglycerides so that EPA and DHA can be delivered in a capsule format.
Who might choose Essent+ Premium?
Essent+ Premium makes sense if you:
- Don't like the taste or texture of liquid fish oil
- Travel frequently
- Want something easy to take on the go
- Prefer capsules as part of your supplement routine
- Want the Premium R.E.V.O.O. formulation in softgel form
The main advantage is convenience.
There's no measuring.
There's no spoon.
And there's no open bottle of oil to deal with every morning.
How Many Essent+ Premium Softgels Do You Take?
Zinzino recommends approximately:
1 softgel per 30 kg of body weight.
As a general guide:
50–60 kg: 2 softgels daily
80–90 kg: 3 softgels daily
The listed maximum is 5 softgels per day.
Always follow the current directions on your product label.
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So Which Zinzino Omega Should You Choose?
Let's make it really simple.
Choose BalanceOil+ if...
You want the original liquid Zinzino Omega-3 formula and don't need the Premium olive-oil upgrade.
It's the straightforward everyday option.
Choose BalanceOil+ Premium if...
You like taking liquid Omega-3 but want Zinzino's higher-polyphenol R.E.V.O.O. Premium formulation.
You're still getting similar EPA and DHA amounts to standard BalanceOil+ at an equivalent 12 mL serving — the biggest upgrade is in the olive polyphenols.
Choose Essent+ Premium if...
You want the Premium formulation but prefer softgels.
It's the easiest option for people who don't enjoy liquid oils or want something more convenient for travel.
What About the Zinzino BalanceTest?
This is arguably one of the most interesting parts of the Zinzino system.
Instead of simply taking an Omega-3 supplement and assuming it's doing what you want it to do, the BalanceTest provides information about your current fatty-acid profile.
The at-home dried blood-spot test analyses 11 fatty acids.
Your results include information relating to markers such as:
- Your Omega-6:3 balance
- Omega-3 levels
- Your Omega-3 Index
- Fatty-acid distribution
- Cell-membrane-related fatty-acid markers
The sample is analysed by the independent laboratory VITAS.
Why Test Before Taking Omega-3?
Because people don't all start in the same place.
Two people can eat completely different diets and have very different fatty-acid profiles.
Testing gives you a baseline.
Instead of:
“I think I probably need more Omega-3.”
You have information about what your fatty-acid profile actually looks like before beginning.
That also gives you something to compare against later.
Why Retest After 120 Days?
Zinzino's test-based system uses a 120-day follow-up period.
For example, its BalanceOil Kit with Test includes an initial BalanceTest and provides a second test after 120 days under the conditions of that program.
The idea is simple:
Test → Take your Omega consistently → Retest → Compare
This allows you to see whether your fatty-acid measurements have changed rather than relying purely on how you feel.
If you've already completed your first BalanceTest and started your BalanceOil, mark 120 days in your calendar so you remember to complete your follow-up test.
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Is Omega-6 Bad?
No.
This is something worth clearing up.
Omega-6 fatty acids are not inherently “bad.”
They're essential fats and have normal biological roles within the body.
The conversation around Omega-6:3 balance is about the overall fatty-acid pattern in the diet and body — not eliminating Omega-6 entirely.
Modern diets can contain plenty of Omega-6-containing foods while providing relatively little EPA and DHA from oily fish.
Instead of becoming scared of Omega-6, a much more practical approach is to look at the whole picture.
That includes:
- Eating a varied whole-food diet
- Including Omega-3-rich foods
- Eating oily fish where appropriate
- Limiting reliance on heavily processed foods
- Testing when useful
- Supplementing appropriately if your diet doesn't provide enough
Can I Just Eat Fish Instead?
Absolutely.
Supplements shouldn't replace nutritious food.
Oily fish such as:
- Sardines
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Herring
- Anchovies
are natural dietary sources of EPA and DHA.
For some people, eating oily fish regularly is easy.
For others, it isn't.
Maybe you don't enjoy fish.
Maybe you rarely cook it.
Maybe your intake is inconsistent.
That's where an Omega-3 supplement can be a practical way to provide a consistent amount.
It doesn't need to be food versus supplements.
The two can work alongside each other.
Does BalanceOil Need to Be Refrigerated?
After opening, yes.
Zinzino directs users to refrigerate opened BalanceOil+ and BalanceOil+ Premium and use the bottle within 45 days.
Unopened bottles can be stored in a dark, dry place at room temperature or refrigerated.
You may also notice the oil becoming cloudy when it's very cold.
That's related to components of the olive oil solidifying at lower temperatures and does not necessarily indicate that the oil has gone bad. Zinzino notes that it clears again as it returns towards room temperature.
Can I Mix BalanceOil Into Food?
If you don't enjoy taking oil directly from a spoon, you can make it easier by adding your serving to a cold food or drink.
For example:
- A smoothie
- Yoghurt
- A cold protein shake
- Overnight oats
- Another cold food you eat regularly
Avoid adding it to very hot foods or drinks.
And most importantly, make sure you actually consume the complete measured serving.
What If I Don't Like Fish Oil?
If the thought of liquid fish oil immediately puts you off, don't force yourself to buy the liquid because someone told you it was “better.”
Consistency matters.
If you're much more likely to take capsules every day, Essent+ Premium may be the more practical choice for you.
The best supplement routine is one you can realistically maintain.
Can Children Take Zinzino BalanceOil?
Zinzino also produces BalanceOil Tutti Frutti, a formulation specifically positioned with a child-friendly flavour.
Its official dosing directions differ for younger children, with Zinzino recommending 0.20 mL per kilogram for children aged 2–10 years or up to 40 kg, and 0.15 mL/kg from age 11 onwards.
Because children's nutritional needs and doses differ from adults, always use the directions for the exact product you purchase rather than simply giving a child an adult serving.
Speak with your child's healthcare professional if you're unsure whether supplementation is appropriate.
BalanceOil+ vs Premium: Is Premium Worth It?
This is probably the question most people actually want answered.
And it comes down to what you're looking for.
Both liquid formulas provide substantial EPA and DHA.
At the 12 mL serving listed by Zinzino, both provide:
1,283 mg EPA
683 mg DHA
2,478 mg total Omega-3 fatty acids
20 µg vitamin D3
The Premium version's biggest difference is its R.E.V.O.O. olive-oil formulation and higher polyphenol content.
Standard BalanceOil+ provides 3.5 mg olive polyphenols per 12 mL, while BalanceOil+ Premium provides 12.8 mg.
So:
If your priority is Omega-3:
BalanceOil+ already gives you EPA and DHA in the core liquid formula.
If you also specifically want Zinzino's higher-polyphenol Premium olive-oil formulation:
Choose BalanceOil+ Premium.
It's less about one being “good” and the other being “bad” and more about whether the Premium formulation is something you personally value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between BalanceOil+ and BalanceOil+ Premium?
The main difference is the olive-oil component.
Both provide the same listed EPA and DHA amounts at a 12 mL serving, while Premium uses Zinzino's R.E.V.O.O. and provides a significantly higher listed amount of olive polyphenols.
Is Essent+ Premium the same as BalanceOil+ Premium?
Not exactly.
They're both part of Zinzino's Premium Omega range and both incorporate R.E.V.O.O., but BalanceOil+ Premium is a liquid oil while Essent+ Premium uses concentrated fish-oil triglycerides in softgels.
Is liquid Omega-3 better than capsules?
Not automatically.
The better format is generally the one that provides an appropriate dose and that you'll consistently take.
If you love the simplicity of a spoonful of oil, choose liquid.
If you're more likely to remember capsules, choose Essent+ Premium.
How long does a 300 mL BalanceOil bottle last?
That depends on your body weight because the dose is weight-based.
For example:
50 kg: 7.5 mL/day = approximately 40 days
60 kg: 9 mL/day = approximately 33 days
70 kg: 10.5 mL/day = approximately 28 days
80 kg: 12 mL/day = approximately 25 days
90 kg: 13.5 mL/day = approximately 22 days
Because Zinzino recommends using an opened bottle within 45 days, these weight-based servings fall within that timeframe when taken consistently.
When should I repeat my BalanceTest?
Zinzino's test-based program uses a 120-day follow-up point, making that a useful time to repeat your BalanceTest and compare your results.
Do I need a BalanceTest to take BalanceOil?
You can purchase Omega-3 supplements without first completing a BalanceTest.
However, one of the main reasons people choose the Zinzino system is the ability to test, supplement and then retest, giving you objective information about how your fatty-acid profile changes.
The Bottom Line
If all the Zinzino options have been leaving you confused, here's the simplest way to remember them:
BalanceOil+
The original liquid.
Fish oil + olive oil + vitamin D3.
BalanceOil+ Premium
The premium liquid.
Similar EPA and DHA to original BalanceOil+ at the equivalent serving, but with Zinzino's higher-polyphenol R.E.V.O.O. formulation.
Essent+ Premium
The premium softgel.
For those who want the Premium approach but would rather swallow capsules than take liquid oil.
And whichever option you choose, the most interesting part of the Zinzino approach is that you don't necessarily have to guess.
You can test your fatty-acid profile, use your chosen Omega-3 consistently and then retest after approximately 120 days to see how your numbers have changed.
This article is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical condition. Always read the product label and follow the directions for use. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning a new supplement, particularly if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take blood-thinning medication, use other medicines or have an existing health condition.