What is Collagen?
Collagen is the structural protein that keeps skin firm, joints strong, and connective tissues flexible. As we age, production naturally decreases — and that’s where supplementation makes a difference.
- Collagen has become one of the fastest-growing segments in supplements, and brands are looking for unique formats, flavors, and claims to stand out.
White label, unflavored collagen
Collagen under white label from BF-EssE
Types of Collagen: Hydrolyzed, Native & More
Bovine collagen – Rich in Type I & III, great for skin, hair, nails
Marine collagen – High absorption, popular for beauty
Porcine collagen – Functional and affordable
Vegan-friendly blends – Collagen boosters (not actual collagen) with vitamin C, zinc.
Marine collagen – High absorption, popular for beauty
Porcine collagen – Functional and affordable
Vegan-friendly blends – Collagen boosters (not actual collagen) with vitamin C, zinc.
Not all collagen is the same. Understanding the difference is key for formulation and labeling.
Broken down into small amino acids (peptides)
Highly bioavailable, dissolves easily in water
Suitable for beauty, sports, and joint formulas
Works in low doses (40 mg–100 mg)
Used in joint support and immune-related formulas
Still useful, but lower solubility and absorption
Suitable for capsules or multi-ingredient blends
- Hydrolyzed Collagen (Peptides)
Broken down into small amino acids (peptides)
Highly bioavailable, dissolves easily in water
Suitable for beauty, sports, and joint formulas
- Native Collagen (Undenatured)
Works in low doses (40 mg–100 mg)
Used in joint support and immune-related formulas
- Non-hydrolyzed Collagen
Still useful, but lower solubility and absorption
Suitable for capsules or multi-ingredient blends
Formats We Can Produce
At BFesse, we can develop your custom collagen product in:
All are available flavored or unflavored, natural or colored.
All are available flavored or unflavored, natural or colored.
Flavors You Can Choose:
We stock over 12 high-quality flavors — perfect for beauty, wellness, or fitness branding.
Best sellers:
We stock over 12 high-quality flavors — perfect for beauty, wellness, or fitness branding.
Best sellers:
- Hibiscus
- Peach
- Vanilla
- Chocolate
- Pineapple
- Green Apple
- Black Currant
- Green Tea
- ...and more. Custom blends on request.
Most popular collagen packaging formats
- Jar
- Tube Can
- Sachet Stick
Color Options
- Want to make your product pink, red, green, or yellow? We use safe, EU-compliant coloring options (natural or synthetic) to match your brand vibe.
Labeling & Health Claims: What You Need to Know
If you want to market collagen as “for skin,” “for beauty,” or “for collagen formation”, you’ll need to follow EU regulations for health claims.
Collagen itself doesn’t have approved health claims in the EU.
But there’s a smart way to do it:
Add Vitamin C — and you can use this approved claim:
“Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, bones, and cartilage.”
See: Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 — Health Claims
Or read our food supplement detailed regulatory breakdown: Regulatory Guide: Collagen & Labeling
Collagen itself doesn’t have approved health claims in the EU.
But there’s a smart way to do it:
Add Vitamin C — and you can use this approved claim:
“Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, bones, and cartilage.”
See: Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 — Health Claims
Or read our food supplement detailed regulatory breakdown: Regulatory Guide: Collagen & Labeling
Not Sure About Legal Aspects?
Collagen regulations in the EU can be tricky. Some articles say one thing, others say another. We’ve read this, that, and everything else — so you don’t have to.
Our experts can guide you on:
Our experts can guide you on:
- Legal ingredient forms
- Label structure
- Health claim use
- Supplement Facts formatting
- We offer private-label collagen with low MOQs and fast production.
- Want a full list of our available collagen ingredients, formats, and flavors?
- Let’s create your next hero product.
FAQ – Collagen Supplements
No — collagen itself has no approved health claims in the EU. However, if your product contains Vitamin C, you can use this EFSA-approved claim:
“Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.”lt.
“Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin.”lt.
Type I and III collagen, usually from bovine or marine sources, are ideal for skin, nails, and hair. They’re often used in beauty-focused powders or sachets.
Hydrolyzed collagen (peptides): Broken into small amino acids, fast-absorbing, perfect for drinks and sachets.
Native collagen: Undenatured, especially Type II, used in low doses for joint support.
Non-hydrolyzed: Intact protein, harder to absorb, often used in capsules.
Native collagen: Undenatured, especially Type II, used in low doses for joint support.
Non-hydrolyzed: Intact protein, harder to absorb, often used in capsules.
Technically, no — true collagen is always animal-derived.
But we offer vegan-friendly collagen boosters (e.g., with Vitamin C, zinc, silica or vegan amino acid blends) to support your body’s own collagen production.
But we offer vegan-friendly collagen boosters (e.g., with Vitamin C, zinc, silica or vegan amino acid blends) to support your body’s own collagen production.
Our MOQs vary by format:
- Capsules: Starting from ~90,000 units
- Powder jars: 3000 units
- Sachets: From 60,000 sticks
Yes! We offer:
- 12+ flavors (including hibiscus, peach, vanilla, chocolate, etc.)
- Natural or synthetic colors
- Flexible packaging: jars, tubes, sachets, pouches