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Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides 360 Capsules

Collagen Peptides · 360 capsules

Collagen 3.3 g; protein 3 g; twice-daily directions total 6.6 g collagen per label serving.

Amount
Collagen 3.3 g; protein 3 g; twice-daily directions total 6.6 g collagen
Format
Capsules

Good fit

Adults who prefer capsules to mixing powder, accept bovine collagen and gelatin, and are comfortable with a 12-capsule daily routine.

Consider another option

You need a vegan product, dislike swallowing many capsules, want a substantial protein serving, or expect a proven treatment for skin or joint concerns.

The product, at a glance

Amounts for the reviewed label serving.

Reviewed variant
Collagen Peptides · 360 capsules
Label serving
6 capsules
Servings per reviewed pack
60
Ingredients per label serving
Collagen 3.3 g; protein 3 g; twice-daily directions total 6.6 g collagen
Other ingredients
Gelatin capsule shell
Ingredients & allergens
Bovine collagen and gelatin capsule shells; not vegan
Supplement Explained Score60/100See the five reasons · reviewed 2026-10-07
Label sources & rating context

Manufacturer

~ means approximate; — means no published value in this record. Customer ratings are the named publisher’s snapshot and may include multiple sizes or earlier formulas. The Supplement Explained Score is our source-reviewed editorial assessment out of 100, separate from customer stars. Five criteria are scored 1–5; their sum is multiplied by four. The total is not a clinical ranking or an effectiveness percentage. Prices are dated USD offer snapshots; cost uses the reviewed pack and label serving.

  • Label clarity: 5/5
  • Evidence transfer: 3/5
  • Safety fit: 3/5
  • Quality proof: 2/5
  • Value fit: 2/5
Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides capsules make sense if you want bovine collagen without mixing powder and can manage 12 capsules a day. The suggested schedule provides 6.6 g of collagen and makes the bottle a 30-day supply. Choose based on format and cost per gram, not an expectation that label claims prove skin or joint benefits.
On this pageTable of Contents
  1. 1Supplement Explained Score
  2. 2Label facts at a glance
  3. 3What is in the 360-capsule bottle?
  4. 4Are the advertised benefits established for these capsules?
  5. 5How do you take them, and how long does a bottle last?
  6. 6What safety considerations matter most?
  7. 7How should you calculate price and value?
  8. 8When might powder or another collagen source fit better?
  9. 9What can you verify about product quality?
  10. 10FAQ

Our editorial assessment

Supplement Explained Score

60/100

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides 360 Capsules · Collagen Peptides · 360 capsules

Five equally weighted criteria, with a product-specific reason for every point. This is a buying-decision assessment, separate from customer stars and personal medical suitability.

Label clarity 5/5
Reviewed Collagen Peptides · 360 capsules: 6 capsules; 60 label servings. Collagen 3.3 g; protein 3 g; twice-daily directions total 6.6 g collagen.
Evidence transfer 3/5
The 6.6 g daily collagen amount falls within ranges used in some studies; skin outcomes remain mixed and capsule efficacy is not established.
Safety fit 3/5
Bovine collagen and gelatin limit dietary fit; swallowing 12 capsules daily creates a substantial adherence burden.
Quality proof 2/5
No independent finished-capsule potency or contaminant result was verified for the 360-count version.
Value fit 2/5
Twelve capsules daily make the bottle 30 days, despite 60 six-capsule label servings.

Review basis: Published labels, manufacturer/retailer information, clinical sources and exact-product quality records where available. We did not buy, personally use or laboratory-test this product for this assessment.

Reviewed · Method v2.0 · How we assign points

Sources behind this score

Product labels and independent directory records identify a formula or testing scope. Clinical references concern ingredients or studied regimens unless the explanation explicitly matches the finished formula.

What is in the 360-capsule bottle?

The verified label provides 3.3 g of bovine collagen peptides and 3 g of protein per six capsules. The capsules contain gelatin, so this is not a vegan product. There are 60 of those six-capsule servings in the bottle, but that is not the same as 60 days at the suggested use.

The manufacturer’s capsule directions call for six capsules twice daily. That supplies 6.6 g of collagen and 6 g of protein each day. The protein is part of the collagen serving, not an additional ingredient to add to the collagen amount.

The main purchase decision is therefore straightforward: you are choosing collagen in gelatin capsules instead of loose powder. That avoids measuring and mixing, but it requires swallowing a dozen capsules daily. Check that the package is the 360-capsule variant, since another size or format may have different directions.

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Are the advertised benefits established for these capsules?

The label establishes the amount you receive, but it does not establish how much these capsules will improve skin, hair, nails, bones, or joint symptoms. The available independent source does not verify those outcomes for this exact formula.

The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements guide to exercise supplements explains that dietary protein helps build, maintain, and repair muscles. That general role of protein is not proof of the advertised collagen-specific benefits, and the guide is not a clinical trial of this bottle.

Applying a study to this product would require checking the collagen preparation, daily amount, duration, and outcome measured. A finding about another preparation cannot automatically be assigned to these capsules. Likewise, the suggested 6.6 g daily amount is a use instruction, not a guaranteed effective dose for every advertised purpose. There is no defensible product-specific results timeline to quote from these sources.

A 2025 review found no significant skin benefits in higher-quality trials. It did not test this exact product.

How do you take them, and how long does a bottle last?

The suggested schedule is six capsules twice daily, which uses 12 capsules per day and finishes a 360-capsule bottle in 30 days. Plan around that pill count rather than the larger-looking 60-serving statement.

The distinction matters because a Supplement Facts serving can be smaller than the total suggested daily intake. The guide to serving size versus daily dosage explains how to read those two numbers without confusing them.

If you took only six capsules daily, the bottle would last 60 days and provide 3.3 g of collagen daily, but that would not follow the manufacturer’s suggested schedule. A longer bottle life would come from taking less, not from getting the same daily amount more efficiently.

Before buying, consider whether two six-capsule portions fit your routine. Do not increase the amount merely to match a scoop size on another product; compare its label separately.

What safety considerations matter most?

The clearest restrictions are the bovine collagen source and gelatin capsule shell. Skip this product if those ingredients conflict with your diet, and do not use it if you have a known allergy to a listed ingredient.

If you have food allergies, check the complete current ingredient list and allergen information rather than relying on general brand marketing. Difficulty swallowing capsules is another practical reason to consider a different format, although that alternative still needs its own ingredient check.

Ask a clinician about suitability if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a significant medical condition, or take regular medicines. Persistent joint pain or unexplained hair loss deserves assessment rather than an open-ended supplement trial. If a new supplement causes symptoms, stop taking it and seek appropriate medical advice.

How should you calculate price and value?

For the manufacturer’s suggested use, divide the total delivered bottle cost by 30 to calculate daily cost. Dividing by 60 gives the cost of one six-capsule label serving, which is only half the suggested daily amount.

The bottle contains 198 g of collagen: 60 servings multiplied by 3.3 g. Divide the bottle cost by 198 for cost per gram of collagen. This is the useful denominator when comparing collagen formats; capsule count alone says little about value.

For a clearly hypothetical example, suppose the delivered bottle cost were $30. That would equal $1 per day, $0.50 per label serving, and approximately $0.15 per gram of collagen. These numbers illustrate the calculation, not a current price.

Protein cost uses a different denominator: this bottle supplies 180 g of labeled protein, not 198 g. If using the protein cost-per-gram calculator, enter protein grams. Include shipping and applicable tax consistently, and check recurring-purchase terms before comparing discounts.

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When might powder or another collagen source fit better?

Powder is worth comparing if avoiding 12 capsules daily matters more than avoiding mixing. A marine collagen product addresses a different source preference. Neither format nor source, by itself, establishes better results.

The verified capsule formula is bovine collagen peptides in gelatin capsules, supplying 6.6 g of collagen at the suggested daily use. The Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Unflavored 20-oz powder is a format alternative, but the matched plain tub lists 20 g collagen and a single bovine ingredient; follow its own measuring directions. Do not assume one scoop equals 12 capsules or that every product in the range has identical ingredients.

Compare the powder’s cost at an equal number of collagen grams, then consider whether you will consistently measure and mix it. The capsules remain a reasonable choice when the no-mixing routine is worth the pill burden and any verified cost difference.

The Vital Proteins Marine Collagen alternative is relevant when considering a marine rather than bovine source. The matched marine container lists 12 g collagen per serving and is fish-derived; avoid it with a fish allergy. There is no basis in these sources to name an overall winner.

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Vital Proteins Collagen Gummies vs Powder vs Capsules – read the side-by-side comparison

What can you verify about product quality?

The verified information confirms the dose and animal-derived format, but it does not establish lot-specific contaminant results or a particular independent certification. This is a label-based review, not hands-on testing.

For testing claims, look for documentation that identifies the exact product, tested lot, laboratory, substances measured, and results. A sourcing description or general testing statement cannot replace those details. A report for a powder should not automatically be treated as a report for these capsules.

The guide to collagen and heavy-metal testing explains what to check without assuming that missing documentation proves contamination. Consumer packaging may change, so compare the bottle you receive with the serving size, directions, ingredients, and claims discussed here.

FAQ

Why does the bottle say 60 servings if it lasts only 30 days?

One label serving is six capsules. The suggested use is two servings daily, totaling 12 capsules. Therefore, 360 capsules provide 60 label servings but only 30 days at the suggested schedule.

Are these collagen capsules vegetarian or vegan?

No. The verified formula contains bovine collagen peptides and gelatin capsules. The source of the capsule gelatin is not specified in the verified facts, but the product is not vegan.

Can these replace a protein powder?

At the suggested daily use, they supply 6 g of protein. Treat that as a small contribution to daily protein intake, not an equivalent replacement for another product without comparing its labeled protein amount and ingredients.

Do these capsules include vitamin C or hyaluronic acid?

Amounts of vitamin C or hyaluronic acid are not verified for this capsule variant. Do not transfer details from another Vital Proteins formula; check the current Supplement Facts and ingredient list on the bottle you buy.

How quickly should I expect results?

These sources do not establish a timeline for visible skin changes or improved joint symptoms from this exact capsule formula. The 30-day bottle duration is a supply calculation, not a promise of results within a month.

References

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