Ultra Collagen with Horsetail Concentrate
Goals
$19.52 $0.39 per serving
Product analysis
Ultra Collagen with Horsetail Concentrate may help fill nutrient gaps relevant to normal skin, hair and nail maintenance. Unspecified collagen and herbal preparations make it harder to compare with products using clearly identified preparations.
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Nutrient Quality41
Quality varies among the named mineral forms, with zinc citrate and manganese gluconate comparing favorably. Several ingredients, including collagen and horsetail, lack the detail needed for a clear form comparison.
Ingredient Transparency68
All ingredient amounts and many forms are disclosed. Several preparations and the proportions of the vitamin C forms remain unspecified.
Value For Money54
Value is mixed across the ingredients. Calcium, manganese, methionine and silicon compare favorably, while collagen, selenium and choline offer less favorable value.
Customer Satisfaction71
Customers generally rate it favorably. The review base provides some support, but satisfaction is less widely established than for heavily reviewed products.
Product Focus55
The clearer role is supporting normal nutrition, particularly when intake is low. Biotin has limited support for brittle nails, while the small, unspecified collagen preparation does not establish the same benefits as identified collagen peptides.
- Format
Capsule - Container
- 100 Capsule(s)
- Per serving
- $0.39
- Customer rating
- 4.5 · 331 ratings
Goals
Impact
High effect
Silicon · 12 mgCollagen · 725 mgBiotin · 2500 mcgHorsetail · 200 mgMethionine · 25 mg
Biotin has a limited connection to brittle-nail improvement from small, mostly uncontrolled studies using 2500 mcg daily over months. The serving matches that study amount, without establishing repeated daily use or duration. The collagen is not identified as VERISOL, so its contribution does not establish equivalence to the studied peptides. Zinc is relevant when low zinc status causes nail abnormalities.
How this product is rated for Nail Health
Ingredient fit70
Biotin supplies the main relevant connection. The counted ingredients contribute unevenly, with smaller amounts or preparation differences limiting the overall match.
Goal fit
The nail-related ingredients share the formula with ingredients serving broader nutritional goals.
Dose adequacy
The counted ingredients contribute unevenly, with smaller amounts or preparation differences limiting the overall match.
Pathways70
The strongest saved connection is keratinization cofactors. One pathway reaches the configured coverage threshold.
Depth
The strongest saved connection is keratinization cofactors.
Breadth
One pathway reaches the configured coverage threshold.
Evidence92
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) leads the saved evidence finding. Biotin findings come mainly from small uncontrolled nail studies.
Evidence strength
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) leads the saved evidence finding; the supplied nail-specific evidence remains limited.
Studied preparation
Some counted material is not fully matched to the reviewed preparation, limiting preparation-specific confidence.
Formulation logic100
The counted ingredients have no unmet partner requirement, and no configured conflict was found. Passing the amount threshold does not prove clinical effectiveness.
Partner coverage
The counted ingredients work alone or have the partner required by the supplied configuration.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was found.
Effective doses
All counted ingredients pass the configured inclusion threshold; it is not a proven effective nail dose.
Horsetail Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Methionine Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Impact
High effect
Biotin · 2500 mcgZinc · 15 mgMethionine · 25 mgVitamin C · 60 mgCollagen · 725 mg
Biotin and zinc may help diffuse shedding when their deficiencies are involved. The collagen amount and unspecified preparation do not match the preparation-specific hair-shaft evidence, while silicon dioxide and horsetail do not establish equivalence to studied choline-stabilized orthosilicic acid. These distinctions limit expectations for stronger hair fibres or regrowth from this combination.
How this product is rated for Hair Health
Ingredient fit67
Hair-related ingredients sit within a broader formula, reducing its specific focus on this goal. The declared amounts provide a mixture of partial and full contributions relative to the supplied reference exposures.
Goal fit
Hair-related ingredients sit within a broader formula, reducing its specific focus on this goal.
Dose adequacy
The declared amounts provide a mixture of partial and full contributions relative to the supplied reference exposures.
Pathways55
The strongest recorded route concerns antioxidant protection around hair follicles; this is not itself proof of hair regrowth.
Depth
The strongest recorded route concerns antioxidant protection around hair follicles; this is not itself proof of hair regrowth.
Breadth
Coverage is concentrated in follicle antioxidant protection, with the other assessed routes below the coverage threshold.
Evidence95
Zinc leads the recorded evidence contribution, with practical hair relevance tied to correcting deficiency.
Evidence strength
Zinc leads the recorded evidence contribution, with practical hair relevance tied to correcting deficiency.
Studied preparation
Horsetail does not establish equivalence to the silicon preparation used in the hair-shaft trial.
Formulation logic100
No counted ingredient lacks a required partner or triggers the applied combination-conflict checks. The counted ingredients meet the comparison's minimum amount threshold.
Partner coverage
No counted ingredient lacks a required partner in the checks applied.
Conflicts
No combination matches the specific conflict checks applied; this does not establish overall suitability or exclude excess-intake concerns.
Effective doses
All counted ingredients meet the minimum amount threshold used here, which is not a proven hair-growth dose.
Horsetail Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Methionine Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Impact
High effect
Vitamin C · 60 mgZinc · 15 mgSelenium · 150 mcg
Zinc supports normal immune-cell function, particularly when intake is low. The swallowed serving does not reproduce the early, repeated local delivery used in zinc-lozenge cold-treatment trials, so that benefit cannot be assumed here. Selenium supports normal immune and antioxidant functions when intake is low; vitamin E does not establish routine respiratory protection. The vitamin C amount receives no contribution in the saved findings.
How this product is rated for Immunity
Ingredient fit57
Relevant nutrient amounts contribute, while the formula’s focus and serving quantities determine the saved ingredient finding.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients sit within a broader formula containing ingredients directed at other goals.
Dose adequacy
The declared serving makes a partial contribution against the saved amount comparisons, which are not clinical benefit thresholds.
Pathways80
The strongest assigned area is oxidative and inflammatory balance. These ingredient associations do not establish how much infection risk changes.
Depth
The saved findings emphasize oxidative and inflammatory balance; this describes the assigned ingredient roles rather than proven protection against infection.
Breadth
Coverage is concentrated in two immune areas, with less support across the remaining areas.
Evidence100
The evidence supports bounded nutrient functions or preparation-specific findings, rather than a general promise of infection prevention.
Evidence strength
Zinc leads the saved evidence finding; its supported role does not establish general infection prevention.
Studied preparation
The saved preparation finding is complete for the included ingredients; it does not establish that this whole product reproduces a clinical regimen.
Formulation logic100
The included ingredients have no missing required partners or configured conflicts. Meeting the saved amount comparisons does not prove a combined clinical benefit.
Partner coverage
No missing required partner limits the included ingredients in the saved findings; this does not demonstrate an added benefit from combining them.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was identified. This finding does not establish overall safety or cover every possible interaction.
Effective doses
The included ingredients reach the saved minimum amount threshold; this threshold is not proof of a clinically effective immune dose.
Impact
High effect
Zinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 60 mgCollagen · 725 mgCopper · 2 mgSelenium · 150 mcgSilicon · 12 mgVitamin E · 27 mg
Zinc supports repair, and vitamin C supports collagen formation when low intake limits these functions. Biotin can address deficiency-related dermatitis, without established extra skin benefit in adequately nourished adults. Silicon dioxide and horsetail do not establish equivalence to the studied choline-stabilized silicon preparation. The 725 mg collagen complex is below the saved amount threshold and lacks identified peptide preparation; uncertain collagen evidence further limits expectations.
How this product is rated for Skin Health
Ingredient fit70
Relevant ingredients sit within a broader formula containing other actives. Collagen, vitamin C and vitamin E fall below the saved amount threshold; other relevant amounts receive more consideration.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients sit within a broader formula containing other actives.
Dose adequacy
Collagen, vitamin C and vitamin E fall below the saved amount threshold; other relevant amounts receive more consideration.
Pathways80
Structure and antioxidant functions lead the saved findings; water binding is uncovered and barrier coverage is limited.
Depth
Structure or antioxidant functions provide the strongest coverage in the saved findings.
Breadth
Structure and antioxidant functions reach the breadth threshold; water binding and barrier lipids do not.
Evidence85
Copper leads the saved evidence finding, but its normal enzyme role does not establish extra cosmetic benefit. Silicon preparation matching remains limited.
Evidence strength
Copper leads the saved evidence finding, but its normal enzyme role does not establish extra cosmetic benefit.
Studied preparation
Silicon is not matched to the studied preparation; silicon dioxide cannot inherit choline-stabilized silicon results.
Formulation logic100
The credited ingredients have no unmet partner requirement or recorded conflict. Their amounts pass the saved minimum threshold, which does not establish clinical effectiveness.
Partner coverage
Every credited ingredient can stand alone or has its required partner; this does not imply added benefit from combining ingredients.
Conflicts
No matched formulation conflict is recorded in the supplied findings.
Effective doses
All credited ingredients pass the saved minimum amount threshold; this is not proof of a clinically effective dose.
Impact
Moderate effect
Zinc · 15 mg
If low zinc is holding testosterone down, getting enough zinc may help restore it. Extra zinc doesn't have a clear testosterone-raising benefit when intake is already adequate. A larger amount also doesn't tell you how much your hormone level will change, because the relevant benefit depends on nutrient status.
How this product is rated for Testosterone Support
Ingredient fit45
Zinc may help restore testosterone when low zinc is responsible; extra intake does not imply an increase when zinc intake is adequate.
Goal fit
Zinc may help restore testosterone when low zinc is responsible; extra intake does not imply an increase when zinc intake is adequate.
Dose adequacy
The serving declares N-Acetyl Cysteine 25 mg; Zinc 15 mg. These amounts don't predict an individual testosterone change.
Pathways18
The ingredients relate to testosterone production, but normal nutrient roles do not guarantee a hormone increase.
Depth
The ingredients relate to testosterone production, but normal nutrient roles do not guarantee a hormone increase.
Breadth
Connections to particular hormone processes do not demonstrate broad or lasting testosterone enhancement.
Evidence93
Zinc may help restore testosterone when low zinc is responsible; extra intake does not imply an increase when zinc intake is adequate. Nutrient status matters to how that applies.
Evidence strength
Zinc may help restore testosterone when low zinc is responsible; extra intake does not imply an increase when zinc intake is adequate.
Studied preparation
The relevant ingredient forms are identifiable, but their presence does not imply a routine testosterone increase.
Formulation logic100
No particular ingredient conflict is identified in the available product facts. No required ingredient partner is missing.
Partner coverage
No required ingredient partner is missing for the relevant ingredients.
Conflicts
No particular ingredient conflict is identified in the available product facts.
Effective doses
The relevant declared amounts permit comparisons with ingredient-specific reference amounts, without showing that the serving will raise testosterone.
Impact
High effect
Calcium · 225 mgCopper · 2 mgManganese · 4 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 60 mgCollagen · 725 mg
Copper helps form the collagen framework of bone when copper intake is deficient. Zinc and manganese have normal bone-related roles, but extra intake has no established routine skeletal benefit. Silicon dioxide does not match the choline-stabilized orthosilicic acid used in exploratory bone studies. The small collagen amount is not an identified studied peptide preparation, so its presence does not establish the benefits seen with specific collagen peptides.
How this product is rated for Bone Health
Ingredient fit70
Zinc, silicon, manganese and copper contribute in the saved findings; calcium, collagen and other low-amount ingredients are not counted.
Goal fit
Several other actives and links to other goals reduce the formula's bone focus.
Dose adequacy
The four counted ingredients meet the inclusion threshold; calcium and collagen remain below it.
Pathways60
The saved contributions concentrate entirely on collagen matrix formation.
Depth
Collagen matrix formation is the best-covered route.
Breadth
Only collagen matrix formation is covered.
Evidence94
Zinc leads the evidence findings, while silicon's preparation was not accepted as studied.
Evidence strength
Zinc leads the saved evidence finding, although its nutritional role does not establish routine extra bone benefit.
Studied preparation
The other counted preparations were accepted as studied; silicon dioxide was not.
Formulation logic100
The four counted contributors meet amount and partner requirements, with no configured conflict.
Partner coverage
All counted contributors can stand alone or have their required partner.
Conflicts
No configured ingredient conflict was found.
Effective doses
All four counted contributors meet the saved amount threshold.
Horsetail Not classified
No linked studies yet.
Impact
High effect
Collagen · 725 mgSelenium · 150 mcgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 60 mg
Zinc and selenium provide nutrients that can help fill dietary gaps. Vitamin C and calcium also add nutritional availability, though their amounts were below the saved inclusion threshold. The small collagen amount and its unspecified peptide identity do not establish broad general-health or gut-barrier benefits.
How this product is rated for Everyday Health
Ingredient fit59
Relevant ingredients form only part of a formula that also addresses other goals.
Goal fit
Relevant ingredients form only part of a formula that also addresses other goals.
Dose adequacy
The included amounts partly meet the saved references; an unresolved amount cannot establish a dose contribution.
Pathways60
The strongest represented mechanism is antioxidant and immune defence. This describes ingredient roles rather than demonstrated health improvement.
Depth
The strongest represented mechanism is antioxidant and immune defence. This describes ingredient roles rather than demonstrated health improvement.
Breadth
Coverage is concentrated in one mechanism rather than spread across several aspects of health.
Evidence82
Selenium supplies the strongest included evidence contribution; preparation and population limitations still apply.
Evidence strength
Selenium supplies the strongest included evidence contribution; preparation and population limitations still apply.
Studied preparation
The included preparations match the saved references, without transferring nutrient availability into broader health benefits.
Formulation logic100
No matching ingredient conflict was identified in the supplied findings.
Partner coverage
The included contributors can act independently or have their required partner; this does not establish combination synergy.
Conflicts
No matching ingredient conflict was identified in the supplied findings.
Effective doses
All included contributors meet the saved minimum amount threshold, which is not a proven minimum effective dose.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving | Score |
|---|---|---|
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate) | 60 mg | |
Vitamin E (DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) | 27 mg | |
D-Biotin | 2500 mcg | |
Calcium (Tricalcium Phosphate) | 225 mg | |
Zinc (Zinc Citrate) | 15 mg | |
Selenium (Selenomethionine) | 150 mcg | |
Copper (Copper Amino Acid Chelate) | 2 mg | |
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate) | 4 mg | |
Choline (Choline Bitartrate) | 100 mg | |
Collagen Complex | 725 mg | |
Horsetail concentrate | 200 mg | |
Fo Ti concentrate | 100 mg | |
L-Methionine | 25 mg | |
N-Acetyl L-Cysteine | 25 mg | |
Silicon (Silicon Dioxide) | 12 mg |
Copper (Copper Amino Acid Chelate) · 2 mg OverallScore67
The serving provides 2 mg of copper as copper amino acid chelate. It also contains 15 mg of zinc per serving, which matters when comparing their balance.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability58
The copper amount and an amino acid chelate are identified, but the specific amino acid is not known from the saved facts.
Copper Form Bioavailability
An amino acid chelate is named, but the saved facts do not identify the specific amino acid.
Elemental Copper Labeling Clarity
The saved facts identify 2 mg of copper per serving and name copper amino acid chelate as its source.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency85
The serving's zinc-to-copper ratio is lower than the balance favored in the evaluation.
Copper Dosage Safety & Efficacy
The 2 mg of copper per serving matches the amount favored in the evaluation.
Zinc-to-Copper Balance
The serving has 15 mg of zinc and 2 mg of copper; their ratio is lower than the balance favored in the evaluation.
Value50
A whole-product serving costs about $0.39 and provides 2 mg of copper.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
A whole-product serving costs about $0.39 and provides 2 mg of copper.
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate) · 4 mg OverallScore88
Each serving lists 4 mg of manganese from manganese gluconate. The named form and stated mineral amount make it possible to compare both with other products.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80
The manganese source is identified as manganese gluconate.
Manganese Chemical Form
The saved facts identify manganese gluconate as the manganese form.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100
The serving lists 4 mg of elemental manganese. The stated mineral amount can be compared across servings.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
The 4 mg per serving falls within the evaluation’s preferred comparison band.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The elemental manganese amount is stated as 4 mg per serving.
Value80
The whole-product serving costs about $0.39; that price covers the full product serving, not manganese alone.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The evaluated price is about $0.39 per whole-product serving.
Biotin · 2500 mcg OverallScore86
Each serving supplies 2,500 mcg of D-biotin, the biologically active form. The $0.39 serving also includes other vitamins and minerals.
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100
D-biotin is identified, and the saved facts record no configured artificial colors or sweeteners.
Biologically Active d-Biotin Isomer
The label identifies D-biotin, a biologically active form.
Excipient Purity
The saved facts record no configured artificial colors or sweeteners; the added sugar amount is unknown.
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency84
The label clearly states 2,500 mcg of biotin per serving, a higher amount in the hair and nail comparison.
Biotin Potency for Health Goals
The 2,500 mcg per serving is a higher amount in the hair and nail comparison.
Label Transparency & Exact Disclosure
The label gives the exact biotin amount: 2,500 mcg per serving.
Value60
A serving costs about $0.39 and includes other vitamins and minerals, so its full price cannot be attributed to biotin alone.
Price per 5,000 mcg Biotin
The whole-product cost is about $0.78 per 5,000 mcg of biotin; the formula also contains other vitamins and minerals.
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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.
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- Calcium-enriched foods and bone mass growth in prepubertal girls: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
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