Igniter

A nighttime fat burner is only as good as the formula behind it. Here's exactly what's in the bottle, including what we don't disclose.

DISCLOSED VITAMINS, MINERALS, AND MELATONIN
These are listed at exact amounts on the label.

Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) — 30 mcg / 150% DV — supports immune function and recovery
Niacin — 1 mg NE / 6% DV — supports cellular energy metabolism
Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) — 200 mg / 48% DV — supports muscle relaxation and sleep
Melatonin — 4 mg — the body's primary sleep-onset hormone

NIGHT BURN BLEND — 500 mg total
This is a proprietary blend, so individual amounts aren't disclosed. The 500 mg total is split across the six ingredients below.

White Kidney Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) — contains alpha-amylase inhibitors, traditionally used for starch management
Green Coffee Bean (Coffea arabica) seed — natural source of a small amount of caffeine
L-Theanine — amino acid that supports relaxation; pairs with the small caffeine load
L-Carnitine Tartrate — amino acid derivative involved in fatty acid transport
L-Tryptophan — amino acid precursor to serotonin and melatonin
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) — fatty acid included for body composition support

MOOD AND SLEEP BLEND — 340 mg total
Also a proprietary blend. The 340 mg total is split across the six ingredients below.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root — adaptogen that supports the stress response
Lemon Balm Extract (Melissa officinalis) — traditional calming herb
Passion Flower Extract (Passiflora incarnata) — supports relaxation
Valerian Powder (Valeriana officinalis) root — long-studied herb for sleep onset
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) — neurotransmitter that supports a calm state
5-HTP (Griffonia simplicifolia) seed — precursor to serotonin

STRAIGHT TALK ON THE BLENDS
Both blends are proprietary, which means we disclose the totals but not the individual amounts. We'd rather you know that than guess. The full-dose actives in Igniter are the melatonin and magnesium — those are listed at exact amounts and they're what drives the sleep support. The blend ingredients are a supporting layer.

Other Ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Blue #1

Igniter contains several active ingredients with real interactions, and it is sedating. Read this section before your first dose.

DO NOT TAKE IGNITER IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING APPLY:
You're under 18
You're pregnant or nursing
You take SSRIs, MAOIs, tramadol, or other serotonergic medications — 5-HTP and L-tryptophan can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome when combined with these drugs
You take other melatonin supplements — combining can produce an excessive melatonin dose
You take prescription sedatives, sleep medications, or anti-anxiety medications
You take blood pressure or thyroid medications, unless your doctor clears it
You have any chronic medical condition under active treatment

SAFETY RULES:
Do not drive, operate heavy machinery, or perform any safety-sensitive task within 8 hours of taking Igniter. Melatonin, valerian, passion flower, and GABA all support sedation, and the effects can carry overnight.

Do not take Igniter during an active shift, on a break, or at any point in your workday. This product is for before bed only.

Do not combine Igniter with alcohol. The sedative effects compound.

If you're stacking Igniter with Torch, leave at least 8 hours between the last Torch dose and Igniter.

The 4 mg melatonin dose is at the higher end of the typical range. If you've never taken melatonin, start with 1 capsule for the first few nights before moving to the full dose.

Vivid dreams, headaches, or morning grogginess are the most commonly reported effects and usually come from the melatonin or valerian. They typically fade after a few consistent nights. If they persist, scale back to 1 capsule or stop use.

If you have any medical condition or take any prescription medication, talk to your doctor before starting Igniter.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

What is a night time fat burner?
A night time fat burner is a low-stimulant or non-stimulant supplement taken before bed. Instead of the high caffeine doses in daytime formulas, these products focus on supporting sleep quality alongside overnight fat utilization and carbohydrate management. The logic is straightforward: sleep is when most of the body's recovery happens, so a fat-loss product that wrecks your sleep is working against itself. We go deeper on how these formulas work and where most of them fall short in our night time fat burner guide.

Do night time fat burners work?
Yes, with realistic expectations about what they're doing. A nighttime fat burner doesn't replace a calorie deficit or physical activity, and no supplement burns fat while you sleep on its own. What a formula like Igniter does is support the sleep that recovery depends on, with fat-loss ingredients layered on top. If your sleep is currently poor, improving it is one of the more useful things you can do for a fat-loss phase — and that's the main thing Igniter is built to support. For the full breakdown of what the research supports and what to look for on a label, see our night time fat burner guide.

Is Igniter a sedative?
It's sedating, and that's by design. Melatonin, valerian, passion flower, and GABA all support sedation. That's why Igniter is a before-bed-only product and why you shouldn't drive, operate machinery, or work within 8 hours of taking it. If you need something for daytime use, Torch and Liquid Burn are the daytime options.

Is Igniter caffeine-free?
No — Igniter is low-caffeine, not caffeine-free. The formula contains green coffee bean extract, a natural source of a small amount of caffeine, inside a 500 mg blend split across six ingredients. It's paired with L-Theanine to support a calming rather than stimulating effect, and for most people the amount is low enough that it doesn't interfere with sleep onset. If you want a formula with zero caffeine, Liquid Burn is BCN's fully stim-free option.

How much melatonin is in Igniter?
4 mg per 2-capsule serving. Most clinical research on melatonin for sleep uses 0.5 to 3 mg, so 4 mg sits at the higher end of the standard range. If you've never taken melatonin, start with 1 capsule — 2 mg — for the first few nights and see how you respond before moving to the full dose.

What are the side effects of a night time fat burner?
For Igniter specifically, the most commonly reported effects are vivid dreams, morning grogginess, and headaches — all typically traced to the melatonin or valerian, and all usually fading after a few consistent nights. Scaling back to 1 capsule resolves it for most people. The more serious consideration isn't a side effect but an interaction: 5-HTP and L-tryptophan should not be combined with SSRIs, MAOIs, or other serotonergic medications. Read the full Warnings section before your first dose.

Can I take Igniter if I work the night shift?
Yes. Igniter supports whichever sleep window is yours, not a particular time on the clock. If you work overnights and sleep during the day, take it 30 to 60 minutes before your daytime sleep window starts.

Can I take Igniter with my evening meal?
Yes, and it's the better option. Taking Igniter with or after your last meal is gentler on the stomach, and the white kidney bean in the formula is best taken alongside a meal containing starches.

Will Igniter make me groggy in the morning?
For most people, no — but some are more sensitive to melatonin than others. If you feel groggy at the full 2-capsule dose, scale back to 1 capsule. Most morning grogginess from sleep products comes from either too much melatonin or from waking mid-cycle, so taking Igniter 30 to 60 minutes before bed and allowing a full 7 to 8 hours of sleep addresses both.

Will Igniter cause a failed drug test?
Absolutely not. All products are natural, hormone-free, and do not contain any amphetamines or substances that would trigger a failed drug test. Igniter contains no anabolic compounds, no banned hormones, no yohimbe, and no PEA — the actives are vitamins, minerals, melatonin, amino acids, and herbal extracts. If you're subject to DOT, federal, military, or NCAA testing, review the full ingredient list with your testing administrator before starting any supplement.

Can I take Igniter with other sleep supplements?
Generally no. Igniter already contains 4 mg of melatonin plus valerian, passion flower, GABA, 5-HTP, L-tryptophan, and ashwagandha. Stacking it with another melatonin product or sedative herb can produce excessive sedation. If you're currently taking a sleep supplement, the simpler move is replacing it with Igniter rather than adding to it. Talk to your doctor if you're unsure.

Who shouldn't take Igniter?
Anyone under 18, anyone pregnant or nursing, anyone taking SSRIs, MAOIs, tramadol, or other serotonergic medications, anyone on prescription sleep medications or sedatives, anyone on blood pressure or thyroid medications without doctor clearance, and anyone with a chronic medical condition under active treatment. If you're not sure whether that includes you, talk to your doctor.

How does Igniter compare to Torch?
They're built as a day and night pair. Torch is the high-stimulant daytime thermogenic — caffeine, PEA, and yohimbe — taken in the morning and midday. Igniter is the low-stimulant nighttime formula taken before bed for sleep support and overnight fat utilization. They can be run together as long as you leave at least 8 hours between the last Torch dose and Igniter. Both are in the Dad Bod Pack along with Digest.

How does Igniter compare to Liquid Burn?
Different problems. Igniter is for people whose sleep needs work — it's sedating, it's before-bed-only, and the sleep support is the main event. Liquid Burn is fully stim-free with no caffeine, no yohimbe, and no green tea, taken during the day in a 2 oz dropper bottle. If you already drink coffee or you can't tolerate stimulants at all, Liquid Burn is the daytime option. If your sleep is the bottleneck, Igniter is.