4DHEA is similar to 1-Andro, in that they both go through a two-step conversion to become the target hormone. In 4-DHEA’s case, that means converting to testosterone. Where 4-DHEA initially converts to 4-androstenediol (4-adiol) and then testosterone.
4DHEA is considered more of a ‘wet gainer.’ Because it converts to testosterone, there is a chance of estrogen conversion. With products like this, that means there is going to be water retention. With that comes larger muscle mass gains and strength gains.
Due to the water retention, we would recommend 4DHEA for bulking. However, it can be, and often is, used in stacks. Like with 1-Andro, different products and different milligrams can have different effects. Also, like 1-Andro, the brands follow the same trend with the product formulas. Blackstone’s Brutal 4ce is a blend of 4DHEA, Hi-Tech’s Androdiol has laxogenin, and LG’s 4 Andro is just 4DHEA.
What makes 4DHEA so different is that it converts to testosterone, the hormone, not another precursor. With that, gains come faster, recovery is faster, and some of the side effects from 1-Andro are avoided. Cycling with 4DHEA increases libido and doesn’t provide lethargy. Instead, you can expect more of that Alpha-Male ecstasy. If you are looking to increase lean muscle mass, sex drive, and energy, then 4DHEA is for you.