I've been using this for the last 10 days.
The powder is well-packaged and comes with its own measuring spoon (though the pot could be a lot smaller for the contents, which would be more ecologically-friendly and make it easier to store at home).
I'm a bit confused as to why I have issues I've not seen other reviewers commenting on.
Firstly, I have not found that this mixes well in cold liquids. In fact, when I've tried putting it in water, it clumps together in the bottom of the glass like pre-chewed gum! Even really shaking it in a bottle doesn't fully disperse it, and it's really lumpy & off-putting to drink.
It does disperse in hot liquids, but it has a faint beefy taste to it – discernible enough to taint a coffee. The only palatable way I've found to take it is by dissolving it in a cup of Bovril, which leaves me wondering if I'm rendering the supplement pointless, as Bovril contains beef broth, which I believe itself contains bovine collagen anyway (though, granted, I can't discover how much collagen is in a serving). If I haven't wanted a Bovril, I've taken to knocking the big lump down with water like a pill!
Now I know why the cheaper collagen powders I've been buying are so strongly flavoured!
I do feel this is quite expensive, but it's so hard to navigate this world of supplements and understand what you're paying for compared to cheaper versions or whether the extra cost is offering anything significantly better.
Despite my issues with it, I am still persevering in the hope that I will see some benefit, which would make the texture and taste worth putting up with. I will certainly update my review if I see any benefits. I've not graded it lower because I believe that it contains what it claims, and maybe it works – we shall see.
DoubleThink –
The promise of “COLLinstant,” a patented formula promoting superior solubility and rapid absorption, intrigued me. Made in Germany, the world’s collagen laboratory, the product vowed to revolutionize my beauty and wellness regimen.The unflavoured powder, weighing 180g, became a daily ritual. The molecular weight of 1000-2000 daltons assured heightened bioavailability. As the days unfolded, the effects manifested subtly. My skin, once a canvas of stress, began to echo a certain luminosity. It was as if the collagen dance was harmonizing with my body’s melody.Joint health, an unexpected ally in this journey, revealed itself gradually. The claims of reduced stiffness and improved flexibility were not mere rhetoric. The inclusion of high-quality hyaluronic acid, coupled with grass-fed sourcing, spoke of a holistic approach to well-being.While I tread the path of collagen enrichment, it’s important to remember that my experience is personal. The supplement maze is diverse, and what resonates with one might not echo with another. So, here’s to chasing shadows and embracing the uncertainties of the supplement universe.
The Cookster @ Reviewer ranking #31 –
I have tried a number of collagen supplements in a variety of formats: capsules, powder, liquid. Whereas many people use collagen supplements to aid the health of their skin and hair, etc., my primary motivation is to aid joint health.This powder format is ideal for anyone who has issues with (or simply doesn’t like) taking more conventional capsules.The powder is odourless, fine and mixes well with my daily shake, which makes it very convenient to use.The pack contains 30x6g doses, so at the current price of £30 that works out at about £1.00 per day.This is essentially the same price I paid for the liquid collagen products I have tried, which have tended to come in at around the £1.00 – £1.10 per day mark – but a little more expensive than some other powdered collagen supplements I have used. It should also be noted that this is dosed at 6g of collagen per day, whereas some others I have tried have not only had a lower daily cost, but also a higher collagen content.Although it can be subjective, I have been reasonably impressed with this product. It is convenient to use, but you may find better value alternatives if you shop around.I hope you find these comments helpful.
Reviewer –
I’ve been using this for the last 10 days.The powder is well-packaged and comes with its own measuring spoon (though the pot could be a lot smaller for the contents, which would be more ecologically-friendly and make it easier to store at home).I’m a bit confused as to why I have issues I’ve not seen other reviewers commenting on.Firstly, I have not found that this mixes well in cold liquids. In fact, when I’ve tried putting it in water, it clumps together in the bottom of the glass like pre-chewed gum! Even really shaking it in a bottle doesn’t fully disperse it, and it’s really lumpy & off-putting to drink.It does disperse in hot liquids, but it has a faint beefy taste to it – discernible enough to taint a coffee. The only palatable way I’ve found to take it is by dissolving it in a cup of Bovril, which leaves me wondering if I’m rendering the supplement pointless, as Bovril contains beef broth, which I believe itself contains bovine collagen anyway (though, granted, I can’t discover how much collagen is in a serving). If I haven’t wanted a Bovril, I’ve taken to knocking the big lump down with water like a pill!Now I know why the cheaper collagen powders I’ve been buying are so strongly flavoured!I do feel this is quite expensive, but it’s so hard to navigate this world of supplements and understand what you’re paying for compared to cheaper versions or whether the extra cost is offering anything significantly better.Despite my issues with it, I am still persevering in the hope that I will see some benefit, which would make the texture and taste worth putting up with. I will certainly update my review if I see any benefits. I’ve not graded it lower because I believe that it contains what it claims, and maybe it works – we shall see.
JaneM –
I love that this is non gmo, grass fed, bovine collagen. I’ve been taking unflavoured collagen powder in my coffee for nearly a year and have had noticeable benefits to my nails, hair and skin. I’ve never tried on with hylauronic acid in it before so I am very keen to see how this makes a difference. It claims the hylauronic acid helps joints and skin, both are areas I need help with so I am excited to see if there is a noticeable difference. I’ve not been taking this actual brand long so it is probably too early to tell but I do like to update my reviews at future dates for good products that work over a longer period of time. This brand mixes easily in my morning coffee with no noticeable taste.
Darling –
This is a very good quality collagen supplement. It’s easy to consume, i like to add it to my cup of tea. The tub makes it easy to take a scoop from. I’m very happy.