Maintaining healthy hair can be expensive, with masks, treatments and salon visits adding up. While many rely on topical products, collagen supplements are becoming a popular choice for hair and skincare routines.
One product gaining attention online is the iHerb California Gold Nutrition CollagenUP® Hydrolysed Marine Collagen Peptides with Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C. It can be taken daily with room temperature water or juice, and iHerb offers a budget-friendly option.
Pricing and options
The 205g collagen is £14.46 for subscribe and save customers, or £16.07 for a one-off purchase. A 462g option costs £34.17 one-off or £30.75 with subscribe and save. The largest 997g powder is £71.10 one-off or £63.99 with subscription.
A 2023 meta-analysis published by MDPI, reviewing 26 trial studies, indicated that collagen 'significantly improved skin hydration and elasticity compared to the placebo group.'
Customer reviews
One user wrote: 'An indispensable product. This is my most frequently purchased item from iHerb. I absolutely cannot live without it. I've been using it for almost 10 years now. I'm in my late 40s, but every hairdresser I go to compliments me on how beautiful my hair is.'
'If I don't take this for a week, my skin becomes wrinkled and rough. I know it may or may not work for everyone, but it seems to suit me very well. iHerb, please keep selling this product. It's great value for money. Thank you.'
Another shopper said: 'I love how easily this mixes into my morning drink, no taste, no clumps, just a pure glow from within. My hair feels stronger too!'
A third reviewer raved: 'Game-changing for glowing skin and healthy hair. I've taken this for years and when I've lapsed, I've noticed huge changes. My partner who is 56 has also started using and his skin is absolutely glowing and where his hair wasn't growing, it now is! I've tried other supposed high quality collagen products but they didn't even compare to this one!'
Other options
Elsewhere, Holland & Barrett Bovine Collagen 3000mg 30 Tablets cost £6.14 (was £8.19). Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Unflavoured Powder 567g is on sale for £37.49 (was £49.99).
One user noted a dislike for the taste but added: 'Excellent collagen! I've been using it for a while now. It dissolves easily, is tasteless and odorless, and is easy to drink. It contains marine collagen, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C—an excellent combination for skin and joints.'
'My skin has become more hydrated and elastic, and my nails and hair have noticeably strengthened. Results are visible within just a few weeks. I definitely recommend it.'
