THE PROCESS, EXPLAINED
Understand molecular hydrogen infusion and reduced ORP at bottling, and the limits of what these characteristics tell you.
Explore the waterHydrogen water is drinking water that contains dissolved molecular hydrogen (H₂) gas. Molecular hydrogen is the smallest and lightest molecule in existence, consisting of just two hydrogen atoms bonded together.
Regular water is H₂O. Hydrogen water is H₂O with additional H₂ molecules dissolved into it — similar to how carbon dioxide is dissolved into sparkling water. The hydrogen does not change the water's chemical formula. It remains water with extra molecular hydrogen in solution.
The concept is straightforward: take high-quality water and infuse it with molecular hydrogen during the production process. The result is water that looks, pours and hydrates like any other water, but contains dissolved H₂ gas that would not normally be present in standard drinking water.
Molecular hydrogen (H₂) is the smallest molecule in existence. It is colourless, odourless and tasteless. When infused into water during bottling, it dissolves into solution without altering the water's appearance or basic properties.
What does ORP mean? You'll often see ORP mentioned alongside hydrogen water. ORP stands for Oxidation-Reduction Potential, measured in millivolts. It indicates the water's electrochemical potential. Standard tap water typically has a positive ORP value, while hydrogen-rich water tends to have a reduced (lower) ORP. Designer Water has a reduced ORP at the time of bottling — a measurable characteristic of the molecular hydrogen infusion process.
There are three main methods used to produce hydrogen water. They differ in consistency, cost, and the concentration of hydrogen the final product carries.
Professional bottling facilities use specialised equipment to dissolve H₂ gas directly into purified water under controlled conditions. Used at Designer Water's SANBWA-accredited facility in Midrand, with the bottle sealed immediately to retain dissolved hydrogen.
Hydrogen water machines (or "ionisers") use electrolysis to split water molecules and generate H₂ gas at the cathode. Some dissolved hydrogen remains in the output. Quality and concentration vary widely.
Magnesium-based tablets react with water to produce molecular hydrogen gas. Portable but produce variable concentrations and often leave a metallic taste.
Molecular hydrogen is infused at bottling as part of our controlled production process. The concentration when you drink the water depends on storage and time since bottling.
These terms are related but describe different things. Most alkaline water brands focus only on pH. Most hydrogen water products focus only on H₂. Designer Water pH10 delivers both.
| Feature | Hydrogen Water | Alkaline Water | Designer Water pH10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definition | Water with dissolved H₂ | Water with pH above 7 | Both: alkaline pH 10 + H₂ infusion |
| pH Level | Can be any pH | Typically 8 – 10+ | 10 |
| Molecular Hydrogen | Yes (dissolved H₂) | Not necessarily | Yes — infused at time of bottling |
| Minerals | Varies | Ca · Mg · K typically added | Calcium, magnesium and potassium |
| ORP | Typically reduced | Varies | Reduced ORP at time of bottling |
| Process | H₂ gas infusion | Mineralisation / ionisation | 14-stage purification + minerals + H₂ |
Research on hydrogen water does not establish a health benefit for this bottled product. For a published discussion of safety, measurement and limitations, read the 2022 review of electrolyzed-reduced water. The cards below describe our product and the limits of our claims.
Designer Water pH10 is infused with molecular hydrogen at the time of bottling, which lowers its oxidation-reduction potential (ORP). That is a measured property of the water at bottling, not a health claim.
Measured at bottling
Hydrogen water hydrates the same as any water. The H₂ component is additional, not a replacement for ordinary hydration mechanics.
No claims beyond standard hydration
Calcium, magnesium and potassium are part of our mineral profile. See the bottle label for quantities.
Internal QA — measured at time of bottling
We don't claim hydrogen water cures, treats or prevents any condition. We don't claim it changes blood pH. We don't claim it's a medicine. It's mineralised, alkaline, hydrogen-infused water — bottled to a high spec.
The brand's compliance position
Every bottle of Designer Water pH10 goes through a 14-stage purification, mineralisation and infusion sequence at our SANBWA-accredited facility in Midrand.
Designer Water pH10 combines alkaline water with calcium, magnesium and potassium. Molecular hydrogen infusion and reduced ORP are process characteristics at the time of bottling.
