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Criteria Used for Evaluation
Use
The benefit of powdered supplements is that they are generally easier to use.
There were two things that we made sure to keep an eye on when selecting products for our list. They needed to have no taste, and they needed to easily dissolve in both hot and cold liquids. From what we found, these types of supplements can suffer from two different problems- they clump together when trying to dissolve, and they have an unpleasant taste. Some users found that when the opened their container, they were met with an unpleasant odor, but once mixed into their drink or food, the odor disappears. So, keep in mind that smell does not always equate to taste. The ability to completely dissolve and disappear into your drinks is another important feature. We know, without a shadow of a doubt, that if you are met with a clumpy beverage- you will not drink it regularly enough to reap the benefits. That’s why selecting products that dissolve and had no taste were just so important.
Effectiveness
How well each supplement works and makes you feel is one of the most important things that we considered.
How are we to measure claims of better joint and bone health, and shiner hair and skin? Pretty much every company on our list is making the same claims about their products. How we determined how well each product performed was in the past users. We took the time to sort through a lot of users reviews- both the good and the bad- to determine just how well these supplements work. Through these reviews, we were able to determine which supplements favor skin and hair benefits, which favored joint and bone health, which benefited both, and the ones that really had no positive results at all. Without definitive substantial claims from places like the FDA, we could only determine the benefits of a product based solely on how well customers reacted to the product. Another way to determine how well a product would work is to look at the ingredients. If it had a small amount of peptides that were included in a laundry list of other supplements and vitamins, we could weed out that product as not being very effective at the end goal of improving skin, bone, joint, and gut health.
Potency
How powerful a serving is is indicative how well it is going to work inside of your body.
It was very easy to tell how potent these products were- we just looked at the back label! What we discovered is that many of the average priced options offer servings that have about 8-10 grams of beneficial peptides. On the higher end of the scale are products that offer up to 20 grams, with the highest options being OXNUTRITION that offers users a whopping 21 grams. So, how much does the average person need a day? Studies show that about 10 grams is considered to be average. However, if you are an athlete or lead a very active lifestyle, you can take up to about 30 grams a day. One thing that we discovered in our research is to beware of brands that market their peptide count in milligrams! While 6,600 milligrams might seem like a lot, it is only 6.6 grams- which is far less than the average intake needed. If you are unsure of how much that you need, we suggest starting out with a lower dosage and gauging how your body feels. If you feel alright, you can always up the serving until you start to see the results that you desire. We feel that it is always better to err on the side of too little rather than too much.
Product Purity
Where ingredients come from and how they are process is important to us, and we know that it is important to you as well.
The peptides found in these formulas use primarily the skin, joints, and bones from cows, so we wanted to make sure that they came from honest sources. One of the very first things that we search for was the words ‘grass fed’. You are using these supplements in your body, so whatever the cow ate to grow big and strong is going to be used in your body as well. We gravitated towards products that were non GMO, gluten free, and were friendly to those that are on keto and paleo diets. We also liked it when companies used cows that were also never fed antibiotics or hormones, because like we mentioned earlier, anything that the cow is fed will find its way into the supplements that you are taking. If you are a vegetarian, there are supplements on the market that use eggshells in lieu of animal products. These options typically are a little more expensive and often after considered to be as effective.
Value
And as always, we want to save you a little bit of money when we can.
What we found is that packaging is one way the companies are able to save the user a little bit of money while still having a quality product on the inside. Companies package their product in one of two ways- they opt for a plastic jaw with a screw on lid, or they place their product in a plastic bag. The bagged options are difficult to close, and users might need to employ the use of a tupperware container in order to keep their product fresh for the full 30-45 days of use. If you are willing to use your own containers, selecting products that are found in bags will save you a little bit of money in the long run. Most of these products carry a price tag that isn’t considered too shocking, especially when you considered all of the benefits taking this supplement can bring. Options on the higher end of the price scale may set you back about the same amount of money that you would spend filling up your car with gas, and the more affordable options will cost you the same amount as a couple of fruit smoothies.
Top 10 Picks
1. Vital Proteins
Vital Proteins landed in our number one spot because it is made from quality ingredients that users can feel good about, and it is also easy to take and very effective. While it does cost just a little bit more than some of the other designs out there, users feel that it is well worth the price tag.
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To take, simply dissolve one scoopful into a glass of water. Due to the fact that formula dissolves very easily, it can be mixed into just about anything- hot or cold. Mix this into your hot coffee of a cold glass of water, or you can even throw it into a smoothie or your morning scrambled eggs and the neutral tastes will not affect the flavor.
Effectiveness
Users discovered that this product has actually made a difference in not only how fast their hair grows, but also the smoothness of their skin when it is consumed on a daily basis. There were some users that also felt that they could tell a difference in the stiffness of their joints.
Potency
This formula from Vital Proteins is one of the most potent out there on the market, packing a whopping 20 grams into every spoonful.
Product Purity
You can feel good about what is inside this product. It is made from 100 percent bovine hide college peptides, with no fillers or additional proteins. It is also derived from cows that are grass fed and free range.
Value
This option does cost a little bit more than some of the other options you will find out there on the market, but users feel that the purity of this design as well as the potency makes it well worth the price tag.
Overall
If you are in the market for something that is going to really pack a punch, this options from Vital Proteins is going to be one of your best options out there.
2. Neocell
We liked Neocell because it is incredibly effective, it is made from ingredients that you can feel good about, and it comes in at an incredibly affordable price point. It might not be as potent as some of the others, but it is just as effective.
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Users will simply need to mix this product into a glass of water or into your hot coffee in the morning. This quick dissolving formula is perfect to mix into just about anything, whether it is hot or cold. Due to the fact that it has no taste, you can mix it into anything without affecting the flavor. Some users have reported that this formula does create froth on their coffee.
Effectiveness
Users have reported that using this product every day has yielded results on their hair as well as their skin. One user found taking this supplement after their chemotherapy made their hair thicker once it finally started to grow back. There were few reports of improved joint health, however.
Potency
This product uses 6,600 mg of NeoCell’s BioActive formula that packs about 10 grams into every serving. This is a little less than some of the higher concentrations out there on the market, so if you are looking for more of a punch, you might want to double up on your scoops.
Product Purity
Users can feel good about what is inside this bottle. It uses peptides that are derived from grass-fed cows. It is also listed to be non-GMO, paleo friendly, gluten and soy free.
Value
The cost of this product is one of the more affordable options out there on the market. Keep in mind, however, that it isn’t as powerful as some of the other options, so doubling up on scoops mean that you are going to work through a bottle quicker.
Overall
For those that need something that is going to work wonders on hair and nails, this option is going to be a really great choice that is offered at a very affordable price point.
3. Code Age
This option from Code Age provides users with all of the ingredients that they will need to see the benefits on their skin and hair, as well as promote gut health and relieve joint pain. Plus, it is derived from sources that users can feel good about.
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Simply take one or two scoops and place them into your morning coffee or glass of water. This tasteless and quick dissolving formula is perfect to add to just about anything. Some users even add it to their baked good to offer a healthy kick to their favorite treats!
Effectiveness
From what we have gathered, there are a lot of users that are quite pleased with the effectiveness of this product. There are quite a few users that find that they could tell a difference in their hair and skin, and there were also quite a few reports that found they could tell a reduction in joint pain, and improved digestion as well.
Potency
This is one of the weaker formulas that we have found, containing just 9 grams of their proprietary blend per serving. Each bottle contains about 63 servings, but if you double up on scoops for 18 grams, there is only about 31 servings per container.
Product Purity
You can feel good about the source of this product. It uses bovine peptides as its main ingredient, and it is derived from grass-fed beef. It also uses chicken bone broth, eggs, and bone broth from wild fish.
Value
The cost of this option, we found, runs about in the middle of the road. It isn’t the most expensive option out there on the market, but it is far from being the most expensive choice.
Overall
If you are in the market for something that is going to be really effective, and you aren’t too concerned about a myriad of different ingredients from various sources, this option from Code Age is going to be one of your best options.
4. Zint
Zint is great because it boasts a simple and powerful formula that your body will thank you for. This option is really easy to take, and it will give you the requisite level of proteins needed to support your overall health. Keep in mind, however, that the majority of users found that this unit was perfect for their skin, and hair, and there were few reports regarding joint and digestive health.
Read moreEffectiveness
Most users report that they were really able to tell a difference in their skin and the hair with regular use of this product. While reports of joint and digestive health were not as common, there were a few users that reported back that tasks like gardening and yoga seemed to wear on their joints a little less.
Potency
One serving of this option will provide users with about 11 grams of protein peptides. This amount is just a little bit higher than average, but for some people, it isn’t enough for daily use. Therefore, to get a higher protein intake, you will need to use more than one scoop (which means you will go through the bag more quickly).
Product Purity
Users can rest assured that they are getting one simple ingredient in this supplement: hydrolyzed beef protein. This supplement is derived from grass-fed cows.
Value
We like that the cost of this option runs a little bit less than many of the other options out there. While it isn’t the most affordable option, it will save you a little bit of money initially. Plus, it is offered in 10, 16, and 32-ounce options.
Overall
We feel that this is an excellent option for those that are looking for a concentrated formula that comes from high-quality sources, and that is easy to take without breaking the bank.
5. Verisol
For those that are concerned about taking higher quantities of this product, and just want to start out with something that is of a lower dose, this option from Verisol is a great place to start. Plus, is it sold at local Whole Food Markets, so if you like it you have the option of running to the grocery store to pick up a container.
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To use, simply measure out one scoop and toss it into any hot or cold liquid such as a cup of coffee or a glass of water.
Effectiveness
While we didn’t notice that there were a lot of users that reported on the benefits of joint and digestive health, we did find that there were quite a few that found that with regular use, their hair grew a little faster, and the noticed a difference in their skin.
Potency
This is where this option falls short a bit. One serving has about 2,500 milligrams of peptides, but this only translates to about 2.5 grams per serving. To put that into perspective, the average brand offers about 9-11 grams per serving, and some of the higher end options offer up to 20 grams per serving. However, if you are looking to start out slow and build up to a higher dose- this option is going to be your best bet.
Product Purity
Unfortunately, there isn’t a whole lot to say about where this product comes from. The label states that it is composed of simple bioactive peptides, but it doesn’t indicate where those peptides are derived. When information isn’t given, we like to assume that the peptides in this bottle are not gained from organic methods.
Value
What we liked most about this option is that it comes in at one of the most affordable price points of many of the other options out there on the market. Plus, because it is sold at Whole Foods, users will be able to pick this option up the next time they go to the grocery store.
Overall
This is an excellent option because it is very affordable and many users feel that it works. It is important to note, however, that the potency of this option is significantly less than many of the other brands you will find on this list.
6. Giant Sports
Hitting the gym and looking for something that is designed to help you perform at your best? This option from Giant Sports is going to be one of the best options for your needs. While it is still made from pure sources of peptides that will promote bone and joint health but it also has a few ingredients to help athletes perform at their best.
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To use this product, simply add it to your morning coffee or a glass of water. A lot of users find that this tasteless product is the perfect companion to a great protein shake before hitting the gym.
Effectiveness
What we have found is that there are quite a few users that feel that this product works great at improving the health of their hair and skin, but it also improves joint and bone health. When you are lifting weights at the gym, your joints can really take a beating, and this product is great at easing that pain- according to previous users.
Potency
This brand runs about par for the course when it comes to how powerful of a punch each scoop packs. One scoop will offer users about 12 grams of peptides, which is just a tad higher than average.
Product Purity
Users can feel good about where Giant Sports derives their ingredients. This option uses bovine peptides that come from grass fed and pasture raised cows.
Value
Surprisingly, this unit comes in at a pretty affordable price point. While it isn’t the least expensive option out there, users will save quite a bit of money when they select this option, because each bottle has an impressive 44 servings per container.
Overall
We liked this option because it is designed with athletes in mind that want to protect their bones and joints, and also want to maintain healthy skin and hair in the process.
7. Ancient Nutrition
If you are looking for something that is really going to pack in a lot of various forms of beneficial peptides from a myriad of sources, this is an excellent option. It goes above and beyond what many other companies offer, and it reflects that in its higher price point.
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This is design to dissolve very easily in hot and cold beverages. Many users like to simply stir one scoop into their morning coffee, and the tasteless formula will make it so that you won’t even notice that it is in there.
Effectiveness
There are many users that find that this formula works great for making their hair grow faster and clearing up there skin, but the most impressive results we found were with users that found that it works great at helping their joints and bones feel better and less stiff.
Potency
This is where this product really shines. Most options out there on the market offer users collagen from types I and III, but Ancient Nutrition offers types I, II, III, IV, and V. One scoop provides users with 12 grams of peptides, which is just slightly more than average.
Product Purity
The source of these peptides comes from 4 different places- cows, chicken, fish, and eggshells. According to the brand description, the bovine ingredients are derived from grass-fed beef, but there isn’t any information to how the chicken and fish are procured.
Value
While this product offers a powerful peptide formula, this formula comes at a much higher price point. This is one of the most expensive options out there on the market, but it is also one of the more powerful blends.
Overall
If you need something that is powerful and potent, and you are willing to pay extra to get there, this option from Ancient Nutrition is going to be one of your better options in our option.
8. BioOptimal
If you have concerns about artificial ingredients and GMOs, and you don’t want to pay the higher price tag as some of the other higher end options, this formula from BioOptimal is going to be a great choice for your specific needs.
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This formula is tasteless and dissolves easily. To use, simply stir in a scoopful into your hot coffee in the morning, or just stir it into a cold glass of water. Some users like to use it in their smoothies, and can even be used in baking.
Effectiveness
While there are quite a few users that feel this product is great for hair and skin, there are a surprising amount of users that feel that this formula helps to reduce pain in their joints in problem areas such as wrists and knees.
Potency
One scoop of this product will give users 10 grams of peptides, which is about normal for these types of products. One bottle offers users a 30 day supply, so if you want a more powerful serving, you can opt for two scoops, but cut your supply in half.
Product Purity
Users can feel good about what is inside this option. It uses bovine ingredients that come from cows that are grass fed. It is also considered to be a non-GMO product.
Value
The cost of this formula from BioOptimal runs to be a little less than some of the average priced options out there on the market. However, many brands offer tubs with about 40-45 servings, and this brand only offers 30 servings- and some users feel that one bottle won’t even last them that long.
Overall
For those that want something that boasts a simple but powerful formula at a reasonable price point, this option from BioOptimal is going to be a fine selection.
9. Root Vitality
What we liked most about this option from Root Vitality comes in its simplicity. This product doesn’t have any additives or additional supplements that they might night want or necessarily need. Plus, it comes in at a very affordable price point.
Read moreUse
To use this product, simply measure out a scoopful and toss it into your morning coffee. Some users feel they benefit most from this product when the put it into a nutrient-rich smoothie. If you want, you can also simply stir it into a glass of water.
Effectiveness
From what we could gather, most users found there to be a big difference in their hair and nails when using this product every day. May found that their hair grew faster, and their nails were a lot stronger. There were few reports of improved joint health, however.
Potency
One scoop of this product offers users 10 grams of peptides, which is pretty par for the course. If you were looking for something that had a little bit more, you can always adjust the side of your scoop, but then your bag will not last for a full 30 days.
Product Purity
The peptides in this formula are derived from cows that are grass fed and pasture raised. This is also considered to be friendly for those on a keto or paleo diet, and it is also non-GMO.
Value
What we liked most about this product is that it comes in at an affordable price point. Users will pay just a little bit less than some of the average priced options out there on the market, but it isn’t the least expensive option out there.
Overall
This product runs about in the middle of the road overall. It has the average dosage of peptides in one serving, it is made from simple natural ingredients from honest sources, and it comes in a price tag that is just slightly more affordable than average.
10. Oxnutrition
This little package from OXNUTRITION really packs a punch. It has more peptides per serving than many of the others out there on the market, and it also contains a good deal of protein as well, making the overall calorie count a little higher than most- which is something important to keep in mind if you are counting your calories.
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Simply measure two spoonfuls of this formula into your morning beverage of choice- whether is it hot coffee, or a cold glass of orange juice or water. It is also a perfect companion for a nutrient-rich smoothie as well.
Effectiveness
What we noticed about this product is that users rave about how well it works not only on their skin and hair, but it is also great for joint health as well as regulating gut health.
Potency
This is the most important takeaway when it comes to this product- the potency. It offers a whopping 21 grams of peptides per serving- which is the most we have seen of any of the other brands. It is also important to note that it also has 19 grams of protein, which is far more than most brands.
Product Purity
You can feel good that the bovine hyde used in this product comes from cows that are grass fed and pasture raised without the use of antibiotics or hormones. It is also considered to be non-GMO and keto friendly.
Value
The cost of this option costs a little bit more than other options out there on the market, but it is far from being the most expensive.
Overall
If you are looking for something that is really going to be able to pack a punch but still comes in at an affordable price point, this is a great choice.