Liquid Collagen

Liquid Collagen

Applied Nutrition4.4 (15,740 ratings)
Format:Liquid Quantity: 10 Liquid(s) · 10 servings
Goals
$11.24 $1.12 per serving

Product analysis

51 out of 100

Liquid Collagen combines collagen and biotin for hair, skin and nail support, though results depend on the collagen preparation and your nutritional needs. Its collagen is not identified as the specific preparations behind the supplied benefit findings, so the same results cannot be assumed.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality34

Several ingredient forms, including collagen and biotin, are not clearly disclosed. Horsetail has a more specific source description, but that does not establish equivalence to the silicon preparations used in benefit findings.

Ingredient Transparency65

Serving amounts are disclosed, but half the ingredient forms and the blend contents are not clear. That makes it harder to compare the collagen and other ingredients with clearly identified preparations.

Value For Money49

Collagen and biotin contribute the more favorable parts of the value picture, while choline is costly relative to its amount. Missing comparisons for several other ingredients leave the full value uncertain.

Customer Satisfaction84

Customers are generally satisfied across a large number of reviews. The feedback does not establish the claimed hair, skin or nail effects.

Product Focus34

Collagen and biotin give the formula a clear connection to hair, skin and nail nutrition. Preparation differences and the undisclosed blend leave the likely benefits less certain, especially for broader aging claims.

Format
Liquid
Container
10 Liquid(s)
Per serving
$1.12
Customer rating
4.4 · 15,740 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
High effect
B+ Ingredient FitD- PathwaysC+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 2000 mcgCollagen · 4000 mg

Collagen relates to hair-shaft condition, and biotin can help when deficiency contributes to shedding. The collagen is generic: the supplied trial finding concerns a specific peptide preparation and gloss, elasticity and diameter in damaged hair, rather than alopecia or follicular regrowth. Horsetail does not establish exposure to the distinct silicon preparation studied in fine hair, and its amount is limited here.

How this product is rated for Hair Health

Ingredient fit82

Hair-related ingredients sit within a broader formula containing actives aimed at other purposes. The recognized amounts provide partial support against the supplied comparison anchors; some are lower or unresolved.
Goal fit
Hair-related ingredients sit within a broader formula containing actives aimed at other purposes.
Dose adequacy
The recognized amounts provide partial support against the supplied comparison anchors; some are lower or unresolved.

Pathways40

The main recognized connection is hair-fibre building blocks, with limited certainty about actual hair outcomes.
Depth
The main recognized connection is hair-fibre building blocks, with limited certainty about actual hair outcomes.
Breadth
The recognized coverage is concentrated in one hair mechanism.

Evidence68

Vitamin B7 (Biotin) supplies the strongest recognized evidence contribution, with the ingredient-specific limitations described above.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) supplies the strongest recognized evidence contribution, with the ingredient-specific limitations described above.
Studied preparation
Collagen is not established as the preparation used in the relevant trials.

Formulation logic100

The recognized ingredients have no missing required partners or configured conflicts. Amount-based qualifications remain relevant.
Partner coverage
No missing required partner was identified among the recognized ingredients.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was identified; this is not a general safety finding.
Effective doses
The recognized ingredients meet the comparison’s minimum amount criterion, without establishing clinically effective hair-treatment doses.
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Collagen Supportive 3 studies
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Niacin Disputed 2 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
25 Calorie(s)
Sodium
20 mg
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
0.13 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
7.5 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
0.75 mg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
0.56 mcg
Biotin
2000 mcg 66
Hydrolyzed Collagen
4000 mg 57
Antioxidant Blend
3030 mg
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) extract (Silica)
134 mg 94
Choline (Choline Chloride)
15 mg 44
Adults 18–50
Report overview
A- Composition And Label DisclosureA+ Composition And Label Disclosure
Each serving provides 134 mg of Equisetum arvense root extract, with 4.5% silica. 6 mg of silica is specified per serving.
How this ingredient is rated

Composition and Label Disclosure89

The horsetail is specified as 4.5% silica, and the species and root preparation are identified.
Marker and Preparation Disclosure
The horsetail is specified as 4.5% silica.
Horsetail Source Description
The source is identified as Equisetum arvense root extract.

Composition and Label Disclosure100

A serving contains 134 mg of Equisetum arvense root extract; 6 mg of silica is specified.
Amount and Label Disclosure
The supplied details specify 6 mg of silica from the horsetail per serving.
Individual Preparation Amount Disclosure
The 134 mg serving amount and Equisetum arvense root extract source are individually identified.

Commercial Price and Usability

Price and usability were not evaluated.
Biotin · 2000 mcg OverallScore66
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
Each serving provides 2,000 mcg of biotin. The recorded additive check also identifies an artificial sweetener.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability74

The saved form is listed simply as biotin, so its specific isomer is not established here. The recorded check identifies an artificial sweetener; added sugar information is unavailable.
Biologically Active d-Biotin Isomer
The saved form is listed simply as biotin, so its specific isomer is not established here.
Excipient Purity
The recorded check identifies an artificial sweetener; added sugar information is unavailable.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency60

The 2,000 mcg of biotin per serving is below the amount favored by this evaluation for hair and nails. The biotin amount is listed separately.
Biotin Potency for Health Goals
The 2,000 mcg of biotin per serving is below the amount favored by this evaluation for hair and nails.
Label Transparency & Exact Disclosure
The biotin amount is listed as 2000 mcg per serving.

Value60

The whole-product serving costs about $1.12 for 2,000 mcg of biotin; the assessment also accounts for accompanying nutrients.
Price per 5,000 mcg Biotin
The whole-product serving costs about $1.12 for 2,000 mcg of biotin; the assessment also accounts for accompanying nutrients.
D+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
Each serving provides 15 mg of choline from choline chloride, a small amount. The available ingredient information also flags additives.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability53

The identified source is choline chloride, a standard choline form.
Choline Form Efficacy & Bioavailability
The identified source is choline chloride, a standard choline form.
Formula Purity & Excipient Quality
The available ingredient information flags additives.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency47

The stated amount is 15 mg of choline per serving.
Choline Dose by Declared Basis
A serving supplies 15 mg of choline, a small amount.
Elemental Yield Transparency
The choline amount and its choline chloride source are identified.

Value20

At the whole-product price, the cost is about $7.49 per 100 mg of choline.
Price per 100 mg of Declared Choline Basis
The whole-product price corresponds to about $7.49 per 100 mg of choline.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. The Role of Sesbania grandiflora-Derived Biotin and Bambusa arundinacea-Derived Silica Extracts in Promoting Hair, Skin, and Nail Health: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study.
    Patel MN; Maheshvari J; Patel N · Cureus · 2025
    Randomized trial105 participantsHair Health forBiotin
  2. Low serum biotinidase activity in children with valproic acid monotherapy.
    Schulpis KH; Karikas GA; Tjamouranis J; Regoutas S; Tsakiris S · Epilepsia · 2001
    Clinical trial125 participantsHair Health forBiotin
  3. Vitamins A, B, C, and D: A Short Review for the Dermatologist.
    Coerdt KM; Goggins CA; Khachemoune A · Alternative therapies in health and medicine · 2021
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
  4. The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Rising Popularity? A Comparative Analysis of Clinical Efficacy versus Social Popularity.
    Soleymani T; Lo Sicco K; Shapiro J · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2018
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
  5. Low-Molecular-Weight Collagen Peptide Supplementation Improves Cellulite Severity, Skin Elasticity, and Hair Shaft Diameter: A Clinical Study with Pharmacokinetic Evaluation.
    Hwang S; Won J; Kim S; Kang W; Park M · Journal of medicinal food · 2026
    Randomized trial114 participantsHair Health forCollagen
  6. Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation with and Without Collagen on Bone Density and Skin Elasticity in Menopausal Women-A Randomized Controlled Study.
    Duangjai A; Srivilai J; Nangola S; Amornlerdpison D · Clinics and practice · 2025
    Randomized trialHair Health forCollagen
  7. Dietary Collagen Supplementation as a Strategy for Skin Health: A Narrative Review of Clinical Effects on Skin, Hair, Nails, and Wound Healing.
    Biełach-Bazyluk A; Jurga M; Flisiak I; Zbroch E · Nutrients · 2026
    Narrative reviewHair Health forCollagen
  8. A pilot study evaluating the efficacy of topically applied niacin derivatives for treatment of female pattern alopecia.
    Draelos ZD; Jacobson EL; Kim H; Kim M; Jacobson MK · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2009
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forNiacin
  9. Topical adenosine increases thick hair ratio in Japanese men with androgenetic alopecia.
    Watanabe Y; Nagashima T; Hanzawa N; Ishino A; Nakazawa Y; Ogo M; Iwabuchi T; Tajima M · International journal of cosmetic science · 2016
    Randomized trial102 participantsHair Health forNiacin
  10. Quantitative Analysis of Selected Circulating Hematological Biomarkers, Essential Minerals, Vitamins, and Thyroid Hormones in Females Affected by Hair Loss.
    Al-Fawaeir S; Al-Odat I · Diseases (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025
    Case-control study200 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12
  11. Factors Associated with Premature Hair Graying in a Young Indian Population.
    Chakrabarty S; Krishnappa PG; Gowda DG; Hiremath J · International journal of trichology · 2016
    Case-control study74 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12
  12. Risk Factors for Pediatric Alopecia Areata: Clinical and Biochemical Findings from a Case - Control Study.
    İritaş SY · Dermatology practical & conceptual · 2026
    Case-control study600 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12
  13. Hair Loss After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.
    Katsogridaki G; Tzovaras G; Sioka E; Perivoliotis K; Zachari E; Magouliotis D; Tasiopoulou V; Chatedaki C; Zacharoulis D · Obesity surgery · 2019
    Cohort study50 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12
  14. Demographic Characteristics and Association of Serum Vitamin B12, Ferritin and Thyroid Function with Premature Canities in Indian Patients from an Urban Skin Clinic of North India: A Retrospective Analysis of 71 Cases.
    Sonthalia S; Priya A; Tobin DJ · Indian journal of dermatology · 2022
    Cross-sectional study71 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12