ALGAECAL Collagen Peptides, FORTIBONE®, FORTIGEL®, VERISOL®, UC-II® 1 Pack

I have to address this one simple thing before going forward. COME ON, do you really think collagen is vegan or vegetarian? True collagen is ONLY sourced from animals or marine life. Not fair to rate 1 star for not knowing what you were purchasing. The info is all right in the description! bovine! chicken! I chose AlgaeCal over other collagen supplements because it uses patented specialized sources such as fortigel, fortibone, verisol, and UC-ii. It is worth looking each up to understand more about it. It was truly the selling point for me, and had I not learned of all this ahead of time, I doubt I would have chosen this brand. Especially look into it if have bone, joint, cartilage issues. A great starting spot is to look for "Gelita", and then from the main page drop down the "products and brands" menu where you will find detailed info on each one. As for UC-ii, you will have to do separate search. If just looking for hair, skin, nails booster, then try a product that just uses Verisol (VitalProteins used to include it in their forumula, not sure if they still do). If older and looking for help with bone, tendon, joint help along with skin, hair, nails, then this AlgaeCal offers a lot. I had been using NativePath Bone collagen which I think it good, but it just uses fortibone. I switched to AlgaeCal because it offers so much more. However, since these formulas are extra pricey, I sometimes swap back and forth (ie, use Algaecal majority of week, then the other days use another brand). Overall amount of collagen protein may seem low compared to other brands. I looked into this. The sweet spot is exactly where they have it as far as this type of formula (using science backed verisol, fortibone, fortigel). Take note that the servings per container is "about 30". So NOT 30, unless you use less than the directed dose. Directed dose is 1 scoop. Which is ABOUT 1.5 tablespoons. Dont use a level scoop, just a hint under. A FULL 30 day supply is preferred, and I dont know why they dont just do it that way. But I dont downrate as this info is clearly seen in the product pics and description. WHILE I dont have known bone, joint, cartilage issues at this time, I am about 50 years old, and am thinking ahead. I have been using collagen consistently for well over a decade (before hydrolyzed options came on the scene!). Maybe lack of issues (despite not being in shape at all) can be attributed somewhat to consistent collagen use? Anyway, So what got me to take a closer look at this is that I had been doing some info gathering for my 74 years old mom who has bone/tendon/cartilage issues. I found this brand and recommended it to her. She didnt start it, but I decided to buy it for myself. I have been using it since the beginning of 2025. Again, I cant attest to the more hidden aspects(bone,tendon,etc) but I can say that my hair has improved, and my skin has a boosted look. Again, I have been using collagen for a very long time so I may be ahead of things in that regard, or perhaps wouldnt notice a big change. But I am pleased enough to keep using this product, and have been buying it every time it is on sale. Then just yesterday my mom and I were talking about supplements that should be taking. I mentioned again "collagen peptides". She says she consumes some, but hates it based on smell and taste. I figured she was buying something that happened to have noticeable smell and taste. So I got up, grabbed my container of AlgaeCal and had her smell it. She was super surprised that it has no smell. Then I made her a cup of coffee and added this in, and she drink some, and again was surprised to not notice any taste. She had just assumed that collagen was gross smelling and tasting! THEN she went on her phone app. and immediately ordered a 3 pack of this product. I said, now to really take this over the top, be sure to take some Hyaluronic acid (also not vegan, lol) and vitamin C. Adding those in helps with collagen synthesis and hydrating the skin (hyaluronic works much better from the inside than just applying topically). SOME collagen products will include these 2 supplements, but this AlgaeCal does not. So I take toniiq hyaluronic acid which also happens to have some vitamin C. But when I want a good boost of vitamin C, I use NativePath liposoma vitamin C liquid or a capsules such as microingredients lipsomal vitamin c OVERALL, I like it, I keep using it, it mixes seamlessly into my coffee or matcha tea. I use a handheld frother to blend it real quick. No stomach issues.

I haven't used long enough to review, however the powder dissolves very well in smoothies and coffee, no flavor. It's expensive but there's nothing like it on the market, hopefully price goes down so everyone can use it. More to follow

This powder mixes well with yogurt and liquids. I had initially bought this for my knees. It is supposed to help with cartilage in the knees for move flexibility. However, it can take four to six months and I am only on my 3rd month. It is good for a lot of other things so not all is lost. It tastes good, dissolves good with no clumping. I have good skin already but it can’t hurt and my skin will remain flawless. I am 78 and can pass for somewhere in my 50’s.

Excellent. I started using this as it has the same ingredients--the Gelita products--at a lower cost than another brand. I'd researched that thoroughly before I began taking collagen last spring, and this company company overall makes the safest, most verfiable types of collagen. Two items of note: hot beverages do not degrade collagen! That takes much higher heat. But an Asian study, well-constructed, found that by far, what makes collagen most bioavailable is to mix it with fermented foods: yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, etc. So it goes into my daily smoothie with yogurt! Completely tasteless.

Many are saying there are less than 30 servings. The problem is that the scoop holds more than the 12.54 gram serving size listed! I bought some cheap gram measuring spoons on Amazon and will be measuring it myself. I’m very pleased with how well it blends, and that it has NO flavor at all. I don’t drink coffee and use COLD chocolate milk instead. Be sure to put the collagen in your glass first, then the liquid. I also blend it with my handheld frother blender. I gave it four stars because I’ve only used it for a week. After my next dexa scan, I’ll review again and add a star if my bone density improved. So far, I really like it and will be ordering more. I’m trying it because I have osteoporosis.

I feel stronger and less bone and muscle pain. My energy is better and don’t have to take painkillers anymore.

I have noticed better skin and joint improvement taking this supplement. My skin seems firmer. I have had less joint pain, and even my plantar fasciitis has improved. I stopped taking it for 10 days when I was on a trip, and I definitely noticed a difference, especially with my joints starting to ache a bit. I had been taking a different collagen supplement for years, but this formula feels much more effective helping alleviate joint pain. It mixes easily. I use a whisk frother to add it to cold brew in the morning. There’s no odor or taste that I have noticed. I have osteopenia and was looking for something to help prevent it from getting worse. It’s expensive, but I think it’s worth it.

I love it and have convinced my husband to take it! I am 65 and zi can feel the difference in my energy levels, I feel stronger when I workout and it does wonders for my 64 year old skin!