Thinking of taking collagen, but stuck on whether to choose capsules or powder? The answer often comes down to more than just convenience; it’s about what else is on the nutrition panel.

Our capsules pair collagen with vitamin C and biotin. The powder provides a larger amount of collagen, without those added vitamins. Here is how the ingredients, serving sizes and pack prices compare.7

Multi collagen at a glance

  • Capsules: collagen plus vitamins. Four capsules provide 2,200 mg of collagen, with vitamin C and biotin at 100% of their NRVs.
  • Powder: more collagen per serving. Two scoops provide 20 g of collagen and declare 18 g of protein, with no added vitamin C or biotin.
  • Four animal sources in both. Bovine, fish, eggshell membrane and chicken. Both products contain fish and egg and are not vegan.

01 / FIND YOUR FORMAT

Which multi collagen is right for you: capsules or powder?

One format is a serving of capsules with vitamins built in. The other is a plain collagen powder you mix into a drink. Neither is a like-for-like replacement for the other.

SWALLOW WITH WATER

Multi Collagen Complex

4 capsules per daily serving

2.2 gcollagen per serving
2,200 mg on the panel

With 80 mg vitamin C and 50 µg biotin, each 100% NRV. Also includes 120 mg hyaluronic acid and 5 mg BioPerine.

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STIR INTO A DRINK

Multi Collagen Protein Powder

2 scoops for a 20 g serving

20 gcollagen per serving
18 g declared protein

Four collagen sources, with no added vitamin C or biotin. A 20 g serving provides 72 kcal. The protein is part of the serving, not an extra 18 g.

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NRV = Nutrient Reference Value. Powder comparisons in this guide use a two-scoop, 20 g serving; the label allows one or two scoops daily.

02 / READ THE LABEL

Multi collagen on the label: what 2400mg and 20g mean

“Multi Collagen Complex 2400mg” is the capsule product’s name. To find its collagen content, turn to the nutrition panel: 2,200 mg of collagen per four capsules, or 550 mg per capsule.7

COLLAGEN PER SERVING1,000 mg = 1 g
4 CAPSULES2.2 g

2,200 mg collagen

vs
2 SCOOPS20 g

20,000 mg collagen

About 9× the collagen by weight in the powder serving. This compares quantities only — not absorption, effectiveness or health benefits.

Inside the capsule serving

Per 4 capsules
Collagen
2,200 mg
Hyaluronic acid
120 mg
Vitamin C
80 mg100% NRV
Biotin
50 µg100% NRV
BioPerine
5 mg

Individual amounts as declared on the nutrition panel. The capsule shell is bovine gelatin.

Want more hyaluronic acid? Our Hyaluronic Acid 600mg capsules give 600mg in one vegan capsule a day, five times the amount in a collagen serving.7

THE TAKEAWAY

Same units. Same serving basis.
Then compare what else is included.

03 / COMPARE THE RANGE

Multi collagen capsules vs multi collagen powder: all six side by side

Choose your formula first, then the pack size. Prices are per pack and per serving at the time of writing.

Alpha01 multi collagen products: pack size, serving, collagen and value
Collagen productServingCollagen
per serving		Pack / value
Multi Collagen Complex 180 capsules4 capsules2.2 g2,200 mg collagen£14.99 / 45 servingsAbout 33p per serving
Multi Collagen Complex 90 capsules4 capsules2.2 g2,200 mg collagen£9.99 / 22 servingsAbout 45p per serving
Multi Collagen Protein Powder 1 kg powder2 scoops20 g powder20 g18 g declared protein£34.99 / 50 servingsAbout 70p per serving
Multi Collagen Protein Powder 400 g powder2 scoops20 g powder20 g18 g declared protein£19.99 / 20 servingsAbout £1.00 per serving
Multi Collagen Powder 200 g powder2 scoops20 g powder20 g18 g declared protein£12.99 / 10 servingsAbout £1.30 per serving
Multi Collagen Powder 100 g powder2 scoops20 g powder20 g18 g declared protein£6.99 / 5 servingsAbout £1.40 per serving

Per-serving prices are rounded. A 90-capsule pack gives 22 full four-capsule servings, with two capsules left over. All powder serving counts use 20 g.

All six sit in our Multi Collagen range, which is part of our wider collagen and protein range and our beauty range.

Multi collagen powder sizes: from a 100g taster to 1kg

The capsules suit a routine built around swallowing a measured serving with water. Both pack sizes have the same formula. With the powder, the 100 g and 200 g packs offer a smaller quantity to try, while 400 g and 1 kg cost less per 20 g serving at the prices shown.

Alpha01 Multi Collagen Complex pouch with four capsules on a sunlit stone surface

COLLAGEN + VITAMIN C + BIOTIN

Multi Collagen Complex

2,200 mg collagen per four capsules.
Vitamin C and biotin, each at 100% NRV.

180 capsules45 servings
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Alpha01 Multi Collagen Protein Powder pouch beside powder and a measuring scoop resting on stone

FOUR COLLAGEN SOURCES

Multi Collagen
Protein Powder

20 g collagen per two scoops.
No added vitamin C or biotin.

1 kg powder50 × 20 g servings
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04 / UNDERSTAND THE INGREDIENTS

What is multi collagen? Bovine, marine, eggshell and chicken collagen

Collagen is a structural protein found in animal tissue. “Multi” means that the product combines more than one source. Both Alpha01 formulas use these four:7

Bovine

Grass-fed bovine collagen

Marine

Wild-caught fish collagen

Eggshell

Eggshell membrane collagen

Avian

Chicken sternum collagen

Hydrolysed collagen, or collagen peptides?

Hydrolysed collagen has been broken down into smaller pieces called peptides. The two terms describe the same ingredient, rather than two different strengths.3

Types of collagen I, II, III, V and X: what the numbers mean

The Roman numerals identify different collagen types, not grades or strengths. Different animal tissues contain different types, which is why the formulas combine sources.24 These names do not mean that a supplement targets the matching tissue in your body.

Bovine collagen appears first on both ingredients lists. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so it is the largest source in the blend.9

Marine collagen, bovine collagen and bone broth: our single-source collagen

Prefer one source to four? Our Marine Collagen 2400mg capsules keep the same four-capsule serving, with 2,200mg of wild-caught fish collagen, 120mg of hyaluronic acid and 80mg of vitamin C in a hypromellose shell.7 Marine collagen also comes as a powder and as gummies, and our marine collagen guide sets the three side by side.

For a single-source powder, our Bovine Collagen Powder, Types I and III gives 20g of collagen and 18g of protein in two scoops, and our Bone Broth Protein Powder gives 18g of protein a serving from grass-fed bovine gelatin.7

05 / UNDERSTAND THE CLAIMS

Multi collagen benefits: the claims UK rules authorise

Every authorised health claim on the Great Britain register passed a scientific review: independent scientists examined the research and the evidence behind it before it was authorised.1 The law itself says that health claims shall be “based on and substantiated by generally accepted scientific evidence”.8

The health statements below relate to the vitamin C and biotin in the capsules and the protein in the powder. They are not separate health claims for collagen or hyaluronic acid.1

Vitamin C

Capsules

Biotin

Capsules

Protein

Powder

KEEP THE WHOLE DIET IN VIEW

Collagen with vitamin C and biotin: why a daily serving matters

Our capsule serving contains 80 mg of vitamin C and 50 µg of biotin, each 100% NRV. The NHS notes that vitamin C cannot be stored in the body, so you need it in your diet every day.5 That does not mean everyone needs a supplement. Supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

06 / KEEP IT SIMPLE

How to take collagen capsules and collagen powder

Neither label specifies a morning or evening time. Start with the directions for your chosen product, and keep the daily serving in mind.

  1. Capsules: four daily with water

    Four capsules provide 2,200 mg collagen. A 180-capsule pack contains 45 daily servings; the 90-capsule pack contains 22 full servings plus two capsules.

  2. Powder: mix once a day

    The label says one or two scoops (10–20 g) in 200–300 ml of liquid, mixed thoroughly. It can be added to smoothies, blended drinks or hot drinks.

  3. Keep the label close

    Check ingredients, allergens and cautions. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of young children. If you take medicines or are unsure whether a supplement suits you, ask a healthcare professional.

07 / A LITTLE MORE CLARITY

Multi collagen FAQs

Is multi collagen good for skin and hair?

The skin and hair statements belong to the two vitamins in our capsules. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, and biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and normal skin 1. The powder has no added vitamins, so for these statements choose the capsules.

Can I take collagen every day?

Both labels give directions for daily use: four capsules, or one to two scoops of powder once a day. Whether either product is suitable for you depends on your diet, allergies, medicines and circumstances. Follow the current label and ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure. A 180-capsule pack contains 45 daily servings. If you choose the capsules, your four a day give 80 mg of vitamin C and 50 µg of biotin, and the NHS says that less than 1,000 mg of vitamin C and up to 0.9 mg of biotin a day from supplements is unlikely to cause any harm.56

What time of day should I take collagen powder or capsules?

Neither label names a time. Morning coffee, a lunchtime smoothie or your evening meal all work, so pick the one you’ll remember.

Does multi collagen powder contain vitamin C?

No. The powder is four collagen sources and nothing else, which is why its claims are the protein ones. If the vitamin C and biotin statements are what you’re after, choose the capsules.

Is there a vegan collagen in this range?

Collagen only comes from animals, so all four of our sources and the capsule shell are animal-derived, and the products contain fish and egg. If you follow a vegan diet, our vegan capsule gives 80mg of vitamin C with biotin and zinc but no collagen, and vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin 1.

Are collagen peptides the same as hydrolysed collagen?

Yes. Hydrolysed collagen is collagen that enzymes have broken down into short peptides, so the two names describe the same ingredient 3. Our capsule label uses hydrolysed and our powder label uses peptides.

How many collagen capsules make one serving?

Four capsules provide 2,200 mg of collagen, or 550 mg per capsule. A 180-capsule pack gives 45 servings; a 90-capsule pack gives 22 full servings with two capsules left over.

Four ivory capsules in a ceramic dish beside a bowl of powder, a scoop and a coffee mug
Two ways to fit collagen into your routine.Illustrative image

GO TO THE SOURCE

Sources & references

Checked against the product labels and the GB Nutrition and Health Claims Register, September 2026. Product formulations, prices and guidance can change.

  1. Department of Health and Social Care. Great Britain nutrition and health claims (NHC) register, GOV.UK (vitamin C, biotin and protein entries and their conditions of use; collagen, collagen hydrolysate and hyaluronic acid entries non-authorised). Accessed 2026-09-25. View source
  2. Gelse K, Pöschl E, Aigner T. (2003). Collagens: structure, function, and biosynthesis. Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews, 55(12):1531-46 (cited for the number of collagen types and where they occur in tissue only). PubMed. View source
  3. León-López A, et al. (2019). Hydrolyzed Collagen: Sources and Applications. Molecules, 24(22):4031 (cited for what hydrolysed collagen is only). PMC. View source
  4. Jimenez SA, Yankowski R, Reginato AM. (1986). Quantitative analysis of type X-collagen biosynthesis by embryonic-chick sternal cartilage. Biochemical Journal, 233(2):357-67 (cited for types II and X in chick sternum cartilage only). PubMed. View source
  5. Vitamins and minerals: Vitamin C – NHS. Accessed 2026-09-18. View source
  6. Vitamins and minerals: B vitamins and folic acid, Biotin (vitamin B7) – NHS. Accessed 2026-09-18. View source
  7. Alpha01. Multi Collagen Complex 2400mg capsules (180 and 90) and Multi Collagen Protein Powder (1kg, 400g, 200g, 100g): nutritional information panels, ingredients, suggested use, storage, caution and prices; Marine Collagen 2400mg capsules, Bovine Collagen Powder, Bone Broth Protein Powder, Hyaluronic Acid 600mg and Vegan Collagen Support: nutritional information panels and ingredients. Accessed 2026-09-25. View source
  8. Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims made on foods, Article 6: scientific substantiation for claims, as it applies in Great Britain. legislation.gov.uk. Accessed 2026-09-25. View source
  9. Food labelling and packaging: ingredients list. GOV.UK. Accessed 2026-09-26. View source

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