HA Hyaluronic Acid Formula
California Natural
HA Hyaluronic Acid Formula
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(62 ratings)
Collagen 500 mg
Score 65
A specialized collagen product primarily suited for joint health, with less direct efficacy for broader skin, hair, and nail goals.
Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals: flag Joint Health flag Anti-Aging flag Hair Health flag Nail Health flag Fitness
leaderboard Score 65
A specialized collagen product primarily suited for joint health, with less direct efficacy for broader skin, hair, and nail goals.
insights Analysis
California Natural HA Hyaluronic Acid Formula contains 500mg of BioCell Collagen Type II, which is recognized for its comprehensive benefits for joint health, including support for cartilage and joint lubrication. The presence of chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid within this complex further enhances its potential for joint comfort and mobility. However, Type II collagen primarily targets cartilage, making it less effective for broader goals like skin elasticity, hair growth, or nail strength, which typically benefit more from Type I and III collagen. It's a niche product that may be very effective for its specific joint focus.
- Contains a patented and research-backed BioCell Collagen Type II
- Includes chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid, beneficial for joints
- Effective dosage for specific joint health benefits
- Less effective for broad skin, hair, and nail health compared to supplements with Type I/III collagen
- Relatively high price per serving for its focused application
- Consumers primarily seeking general skin, hair, and nail benefits might be disappointed due to the specific collagen type and focus on joint health.
$22.01($0.24 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 22.01 | |
 Amazon | $ 26.65 |
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Biocell Collagen Type II | 500 mg |
Hyaluronic Acid | 50 mg |
Chrondroitin Sulfate | 100 mg |
Categories
Collagen 65
It contains a recognized form of collagen, but its specificity (Type II) means it serves a more targeted joint health purpose rather than comprehensive collagen supplementation for all tissues, making it a specialized rather than general collagen product.
Goals
The 500mg dosage of BioCell Collagen Type II, along with added chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid, directly targets joint health and lubrication, making it a potentially very effective supplement for this specific goal.
Collagen Type II primarily supports cartilage, while Type I collagen is crucial for bone matrix. However, the presence of chondroitin and HA can indirectly support bone health through joint cushioning and reduced inflammation, offering moderate benefit.
While BioCell Collagen contains hyaluronic acid, which aids skin hydration, the primary collagen type (Type II) is less directly impactful for dermal structure compared to Type I/III collagen, limiting its overall skin benefits to a moderate level.
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