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Introduction
Retail collagen drink sachets range from NT$37 to NT$325 each, with collagen amounts from 3,000mg to 13,000mg per sachet. When converted to price per 1,000mg, the difference can be more than threefold; whether the packaging clearly lists the milligrams and molecular weight matters more for value than brand recognition. This article compares 10 collagen drinks available in Taiwan, from m2 to drugstore staple My Health Diary, putting specs, official prices, milligrams per sachet, and calculated unit prices in the same table.
Best For
Office workers who often stay up late
People with irregular schedules and those who eat out frequently find it hardest to get enough collagen from food. Ready-to-drink sachets are easy—tear and drink—and the fixed daily dose (one sachet) removes the need to calculate intake. The trade-off is that you need to take them continuously for one to three months to see changes in skin. Monthly costs range from NT$1,000 to NT$3,000, so decide whether you can maintain use before buying by the box.
Those who don’t want to swallow capsules or mix powders
Capsules require swallowing many pills at once, and powder sachets need water and a cup—many people stop after two weeks. Collagen drinks usually come in juice flavors and can be treated as a bedtime beverage, which helps form a habit. The downside is that ready-to-drink sachets are more expensive than powders for the same dosage. In this article’s ten products, HeySong’s powder sachet costs under NT$8 per 1,000mg, while ready-to-drink sachets are typically NT$10 to NT$25 per 1,000mg.
People who don’t get enough protein from meals
Those who are losing weight, vegetarians, or have a small appetite can use collagen drinks to add a bit of protein and bring in vitamin C to aid synthesis. Note that a sachet with 5,000 to 13,000mg provides only 5 to 13 grams of protein, far from the 60 to 90 grams needed daily. It’s a supplement, not a main protein source—make sure to eat enough meat, eggs, and legumes at meals.
Brand recommendations
m2 Super Collagen Drink
- Product positioning
- Ready-to-drink collagen beverage featuring Korean patented dual-peptide fish collagen combined with Japanese silk protein; a night formula with GABA is also available.
- Official price
- NT$980／8 sachets (about NT$123 per sachet)
- Collagen per pack
- 6,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen peptides (Mini Collagen), silk protein
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (sachets)
- Other ingredients
- Showa grass (Crassocephalum crepidioides), GABA (night formula), berry flavor
- Pack size
- 8 sachets／box
- Official information
- Official site lists 6,000mg Mini Collagen per sachet
- Korean patented fish collagen peptides paired with Japanese patented fast-acting silk protein; marketed as ready-to-drink, no fishy taste, berry flavor
- Also available as a night version “Super Collagen Night Bright Drink” containing GABA and Showa grass
- Endorsed by Son Ye-jin; awarded UK Beauty Supplement Award, A.A. Clean Label and A.A. Taste Awards
- Media coverage includes Shinybrands, ETtoday News, Cosme, etc.
Positive user reviews
- High acceptance of taste — berry/juice-like, no obvious fishy smell
- Single sachets are convenient to carry; easy to make a daily habit
- Some long-term users report changes in skin condition or makeup application
- Discussions often mention small-molecule collagen and added vitamin C
Negative user reviews
- Some consumers find the price relatively high
- Requires long-term, consistent use to potentially see changes; results vary by person
- Some find the flavor ordinary or somewhat sweet
- Promotions often sell in large packs, which deters first-time testers
Actual user experience:Short-term feedback focuses on taste and aroma (sweet-tart, high acceptance). Typical evaluation period for skin changes is 1–3 months; some report brighter skin and better makeup application, while others see no clear difference.
Repurchase tendency:Users who like the flavor and feel a benefit are more likely to repurchase; price and purchase quantity are main barriers. Many suggest trying a small amount first before stocking up.
Daiken Biomedical Super Beauty Collagen Drink
- Product positioning
- High-dose ready-to-drink collagen, highlighting 500 Da ultra-small molecules and 7,000mg per sachet, combined with brown rice ceramide and blood orange extract.
- Official price
- NT$880／8 sachets (NT$110 per sachet)
- Collagen per pack
- 7,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen peptides (500 Da), brown rice ceramide (HydroCera), blood orange extract
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (sachets)
- Other ingredients
- Vitamin C, fruit polyphenols (red grape, white grape, blackcurrant, boysenberry, kiwi)
- Pack size
- 8 sachets／box
- Official information
- Official site lists 7,000mg fish collagen peptides per sachet, molecular weight 500 Da
- Contains brown rice ceramide (HydroCera) and blood orange extract
- Claims no added sweeteners or artificial colors
- Website offers multi-box bundle prices; single box price NT$880
Positive user reviews
- High collagen dose; 7,000mg per sachet is a commonly cited selling point
- Most feedback on flavor is that it’s refreshing, not fishy, and easy to drink
- No added sweeteners or artificial colors attracts ingredient-conscious consumers
Negative user reviews
- Some users find the price relatively high
- Some question the long-term effects and consistency with scientific evidence
- Ingredients and dosages vary among products, and some users feel labeling isn’t clear enough
Actual user experience:Most report good taste and no fishy smell; after weeks to months of continued use some notice finer skin texture and improved complexion, while others see no short-term effect.
Repurchase tendency:Tends toward repeat purchases; many reviews mention buying multiple times or using for months, though some stop repurchasing due to price or doubts about effectiveness.
LAC Restorative Collagen Drink (Orange Flavor)
- Product positioning
- High-dose collagen drink in glass bottles; a flagship from the Taut® series, emphasizing 13,000mg small-molecule collagen per bottle.
- Official price
- NT$2,599／8 bottles (member price NT$2,079; about NT$325 per bottle)
- Collagen per pack
- 13,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen peptides
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (glass bottle)
- Other ingredients
- Orange flavor
- Pack size
- 8 bottles／box
- Official information
- Official site lists 13,000mg collagen per bottle; price NT$2,599, member price NT$2,079
- Headquartered in Singapore; subsidiary of V3 Group
- Officially promotes Taut® combining Eastern wisdom and Western technology concepts for beauty supplements
- Product line states 0 artificial colors, 0 fragrances, no preservatives, and no pork ingredients
Positive user reviews
- Glass bottle packaging is rated positively by users
- Reported to have no obvious fishy smell or flavor that masks it
- Some users find the sweet-tart taste pleasant and easy to continue drinking
Negative user reviews
- Price is considered high by some users, making long-term costs significant
- Texture can be thicker or flavor heavier; some find it hard to drink, which may affect continued use
Actual user experience:The drink is sweet-tart and relatively thick; some users report skin changes after completing multiple boxes, while others stop due to taste or price.
Repurchase tendency:Some users repurchase, mainly influenced by taste and experience; price and thickness/flavor are main considerations.
Lao Xie Zhen Beauty Drink Cranberry Plus
- Product positioning
- Beauty drink series from Lao Xie Zhen, Cranberry Plus version, featuring Japanese patented collagen peptides combined with cranberry extract.
- Official price
- NT$600／6 sachets (NT$100 per sachet)
- Collagen per pack
- 5,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen peptides
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (sachets)
- Other ingredients
- Cranberry extract, vitamin C
- Pack size
- 6 sachets／box (65ml／sachet)
- Official information
- Product page lists 6 sachets for NT$600, each sachet 65ml
- Awarded A.A. Clean Label for no additives
- Lao Xie Zhen is a Taiwanese food brand founded in 1928, also offering ready-to-eat nourishing products like concentrate chicken essence and bird’s nest
Positive user reviews
- Cranberry sweet-tart flavor is easy to drink and has no obvious fishy smell
- Small packaging is convenient for carrying
- Well-established brand with many retail channels; available in physical stores
Negative user reviews
- Only 6 sachets per box, so daily drinkers must restock often
- 5,000mg dose is not high for the price range
- Some find it too sweet
Actual user experience:Most feedback focuses on taste: sweet-tart, juice-like, and easy to drink. Skin effects are generally at the hydration level; noticeable changes are often reported after more than a month of continuous use.
Repurchase tendency:Those who like the taste will repurchase, often buying multiple boxes during promotions; users who feel the dose is low tend to switch to higher-dose brands.
Tiandi Hebu EXX Radiant Collagen Beauty Drink
- Product positioning
- Jiag Group’s Tiandi Hebu series collagen beauty drink emphasizes peptide-grade collagen combined with hyaluronic acid and silk protein, following a small-pack, low-threshold route.
- Official price
- NT$399／6 packs (about NT$67 per pack)
- Collagen per pack
- 3,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Peptide-grade collagen, hyaluronic acid, Japan-patented silk protein
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (single-use sachet)
- Other ingredients
- Japan-patented lychee seed extract, vitamin C, vitamin E
- Pack size
- 6 packs／box (30ml／pack)
- Official information
- Jiag Health GO official store lists 30ml×6 packs NT$399
- Each pack contains 3,000mg marine peptide-grade collagen, plus hyaluronic acid and Japan-patented silk protein
- Tiandi Hebu is a brand under Standard Foods Group, in the same series as Green Papaya Siwu Drink
Positive user reviews
- Tastes good (leaning toward pineapple flavor)
- Almost no fishy smell
- Low calories
- Single-use packaging convenient for outings
Negative user reviews
- Feedback on “whether you feel a difference” varies widely
- Some users question whether it’s worth long-term investment
Actual user experience: High acceptability, refreshing taste without harshness; a few reported improved skin hydration, but most say results vary and require long-term use.
Repurchase tendency: Those who like the taste and feel an effect tend to repurchase; those who feel no effect or think the dose is low are unlikely to repurchase—intentions are split.
HeySong Peach Collagen
- Product positioning
- HeySong Biotech’s powdered collagen sachet highlights Japanese Wellnex low-molecular collagen peptides plus bird’s nest extract and peach ceramide; it’s the cheapest among the ten.
- Official price
- NT$740／20 packs (list price NT$880; NT$37 per pack)
- Collagen per pack
- 5,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen peptides (Wellnex, contains PO・OG)
- Form
- Powder sachet (mix with cold water under 25℃)
- Other ingredients
- Bird’s nest extract (contains sialic acid), Japanese peach ceramide, rose petal extract
- Pack size
- 20 packs／box
- Official information
- Official store lists 20 packs NT$740 (list price NT$880), each pack 5,000mg Japanese Wellnex collagen peptides
- First to combine real bird’s nest extract (contains sialic acid) with Japanese peach ceramide
- Official recommendation: mix with cold water below 25℃, or drinks below 40℃
- HeySong founded in 1925; HeySong Biotech has received Monde Selection gold awards and SNQ national quality mark
Positive user reviews
- Peach flavor is pleasant or refreshing to most users
- Most comments mention no obvious fishy smell
- Bird’s nest inclusion is seen as a product highlight
- Familiar Taiwanese brand brings trust
- Can be mixed with water or paired with yogurt and other foods
Negative user reviews
- Requires mixing, an extra step compared to ready-to-drink packs
- Taste preference varies—those who dislike peach may not enjoy it
- A few users still report a fishy smell
Actual user experience: Most feedback: easy-to-drink flavor, pronounced peach taste, convenient; some reported improved skin hydration, others noticed no effect. Often consumed with yogurt.
Repurchase tendency: Mixed: those satisfied with the flavor or who value the bird’s nest/brand are more likely to repurchase; those who feel no effect or dislike the taste often won’t.
Taiyen Biotech Gold Collagen Youth Drink
- Product positioning
- Taiyen Biotech’s glass-bottled collagen drink promotes 10,000mg of type I and II collagen per bottle, sourced from bovine and chicken breast cartilage.
- Official price
- NT$1,000／10 bottles (NT$100 per bottle)
- Collagen per pack
- 10,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Type I and II collagen (from bovine and chicken breast cartilage), hyaluronic acid precursor (NAG)
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (glass bottle)
- Other ingredients
- Vitamin C, fruit juice
- Pack size
- 10 bottles／box (60ml／bottle)
- Official information
- Website lists 10 bottles for NT$1,000; each bottle 60ml, collagen 10,000mg
- FAQ indicates molecular weight 3,000 Da, sources are bovine and chicken breast cartilage
- Originates from Taiyen Sea Salt business, over 70 years of development, extended into marine biotech
- Multiple national biotech medical quality awards; 2025 TCSA Sustainability Report Gold award
Positive user reviews
- Price and perceived value lean positive
- Advertised high collagen content with multiple complementary ingredients
- Some users support domestic biotech brands
Negative user reviews
- Taste varies widely; some users reported a fishy or off flavor
- Labeling or claims have been controversial; molecular weight claims vary
- Contains sugar and relatively high calories
Actual user experience: Convenient for supplementation; taste acceptance varies—some find it pleasantly sweet and sour, others stop use due to fishy taste or no effect.
Repurchase tendency: Divided: those who like the taste and value price/convenience are more likely to repurchase; those bothered by taste or skeptical of claims are less likely.
Lao Hang Jia Pearl Collagen Beauty Drink
- Product positioning
- Lao Hang Jia’s glass-bottled collagen drink emphasizes 10,000mg fish collagen combined with water-soluble pearl powder, lotus seed and snow lotus extract, marketed as a gift-box product.
- Official price
- NT$1,080／10 bottles (official discount NT$918; about NT$92–108 per bottle)
- Collagen per pack
- 10,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Fish collagen, water-soluble pearl powder
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (glass bottle)
- Other ingredients
- Lotus seed extract, snow lotus tissue culture extract, GABA, white peach and acerola concentrate
- Pack size
- 10 bottles／box (50ml／bottle)
- Official information
- Website lists 10-pack list price NT$1,080, site discount NT$918; each bottle 50ml, 10,000mg fish collagen
- Official recommendation: one bottle nightly before bed; taste is better chilled
- Also offers 30- and 60-pack preorders and gift boxes paired with pearl powder
- Lao Hang Jia began with ready-to-eat bird’s nest and pearl powder is another core product line
Positive user reviews
- White peach juice flavor is obvious; almost no fishy taste
- Glass bottle gift-box packaging suitable for gifting
- 10,000mg per bottle is relatively high dosage for the price range
Negative user reviews
- Contains fructose and concentrated juice—those who dislike sweet may find it too sweet
- Gift-box size is bulky and not convenient to carry
- Official site sells in 10-packs; no small trial packs available
Actual user experience: Feedback focuses on pleasant taste and bedtime-drinking habit; skin changes are mostly reported after finishing more than one box, while some treat it simply as a tasty drink.
Repurchase tendency: Both gifting and personal repurchases occur, often buying 30 packs during promotions; those who find it too sweet or want to save money may switch brands.
DV Chun Yao Yan 3 Premium Collagen
- Product positioning
- The high-dose version of DV’s Chun Yao Yan series, highlighting 12,000mg tripeptide fish collagen and 284 Da small molecules, sold as gift boxes and bulk sets.
- Official price
- NT$3,980／15 packs (official price NT$3,279; about NT$219 per pack)
- Collagen per pack
- 12,000mg
- Key ingredients
- Tripeptide fish collagen (284 Da)
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (sachets)
- Other ingredients
- Resveratrol, piceatannol, vitamin E, grape seed extract
- Pack size
- 15 packs／box (50ml／pack)
- Official information
- Website lists 15 packs regular price NT$3,980, official price NT$3,279, 50ml per pack
- 12,000mg tripeptide premium fish collagen per pack, molecular weight 284 Da
- Formula contains resveratrol and piceatannol “dual phenols” paired with vitamin E
- DV is a Taiwanese functional beverage brand; the series also has a 20ml daily version Chun Yao Yan 3
Positive user reviews
- Molecular weight and dosage are printed on the packaging, making it easier to judge
- Flavor is berry-like, sweet and sour, with little fishy smell
- Website often has multi-box promotions, good for stocking up
Negative user reviews
- Single-box price is high, high entry barrier for first-time buyers
- Website discounts fluctuate a lot, big gap between list price and actual price
- Many packs per box; if you can’t finish them you may let them expire
Actual user experience: Most feedback mentions improved moisture and better makeup adherence after two weeks of continuous use; some say it’s similar to the 20ml daily version; price is the most discussed point
Repurchase tendency: Those who repurchase mostly buy 3 to 7 boxes during website promotions; those who find it expensive switch to the same brand’s 20ml daily version
My Health Diary Royal Jelly Collagen Drink
- Product positioning
- Glass-bottle collagen drink from My Health Diary under Uni-President Pharmaceuticals, featuring 10,000mg French low-molecular fish collagen paired with Japanese patented royal jelly.
- Official price
- NT$599／6 bottles (about NT$100 per bottle)
- Collagen per pack
- 10,000mg
- Key ingredients
- French low-molecular fish collagen (2,000 Da)
- Form
- Ready-to-drink (glass bottle)
- Other ingredients
- Japanese patented royal jelly, hyaluronic acid precursor, elastin
- Pack size
- 6 bottles／box
- Official information
- Uni-President Pharmaceuticals’ official flagship store lists 6-pack NT$599
- Each bottle contains 10,000mg French low-molecular collagen, plus Japanese patented royal jelly, hyaluronic acid precursor and elastin
- My Health Diary is a brand under Uni-President Pharmaceuticals, sold at Cosmed, Watsons and 7-ELEVEN
- The series also includes Bird’s Nest Essence Collagen Drink and Ice Crystal Brightening Collagen Drink
Positive user reviews
- Available at drugstores, no need to wait for delivery
- 10,000mg per bottle plus royal jelly, a complete formula for the price range
- Flavor is slightly sweet and sour, with little fishy smell
Negative user reviews
- Only 6 bottles per box, need frequent restocking if drinking daily
- Royal jelly not suitable for people allergic to bee products
- Glass bottles are heavy and not convenient to carry
Actual user experience: Feedback often mentions improved moisture and complexion after one to two weeks of continuous use; some report no effect; taste acceptance is generally good
Repurchase tendency: Easy channel availability lowers the repurchase barrier; most people restock during Cosmed promotions; those allergic to royal jelly or seeking higher doses switch brands
| Brand | Product | Spec | Official price | Collagen per pack | Price per pack (converted) | Per 1,000mg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| m2 | Super Collagen Drink | 8 pcs | NT$980 | 6,000mg | approx NT$122 | approx NT$20 |
| Daiken Biomedical | Super Beauty Collagen Drink | 8 packs | NT$880 | 7,000mg | approx NT$110 | approx NT$16 |
| LAC | Huiyuan Collagen Drink — Orange Flavor | 8 bottles | NT$2,599 （member NT$2,079） | 13,000mg | approx NT$325 | approx NT$25 |
| Lao Xie Zhen | Beauty Drink — Cranberry Plus | 6 pcs | NT$600 | 5,000mg | approx NT$100 | approx NT$20 |
| Tiandi Hebu | EXX Hydrating Collagen Beauty Drink | 6 packs | NT$399 | 3,000mg | approx NT$66 | approx NT$22 |
| HeySong | Peach Collagen (Powder Sachets) | 20 pcs | NT$740 | 5,000mg | approx NT$37 | approx NT$7 |
| Taiyen Biotech | Gold Collagen Youth Drink | 10 bottles | NT$1,000 | 10,000mg | approx NT$100 | approx NT$10 |
| Lo Hong Ka | Pearl Collagen Beauty Drink | 10 bottles | NT$1,080 （official website NT$918） | 10,000mg | approx NT$108 | approx NT$11 |
| DV | Chun Yao Yan 3 Premium Collagen Edition | 15 packs | NT$3,980 （official website NT$3,279） | 12,000mg | approx NT$265 | approx NT$22 |
| My Health Diary | Royal Jelly Collagen Drink | 6 bottles | NT$599 | 10,000mg | approx NT$100 | approx NT$10 |
Prices are the list prices shown on each brand’s official website or official store as of September 2026. Price per pack and per 1,000mg are calculated from the list price and do not include member prices or bundle discounts.
Three Key Points You Must Understand Before Choosing a Collagen Drink
Check how many milligrams are listed per packet before comparing prices
The same box priced NT$600 to NT$1,000 might contain packets of 3,000mg or 10,000mg. First find the milligram amount on the package, then divide the price by the number of packets to get the price per packet, then divide that by the milligrams per packet and multiply by 1,000 to get the cost per 1,000mg. That way you can tell whether a product is truly cheap by price or by dosage. In this article, the ten products we calculated range from NT$7 to NT$25 per 1,000mg.
Molecular weight and fish/pig/cow sources should be listed on the packaging
Molecular weight affects absorption; products on the market range from 284 Da to 3,000 Da—if it’s not written, treat it as unknown. You should also check the source: fish collagen is most common, while Taiyen uses cow and chicken breast cartilage. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions related to certain animals, check carefully. The hydrolysis method and origin can also affect fishy odors.
Divide bundle price by number of packets to get the true unit price
Websites often sell 3-, 5-, or 7-box bundles. For example, DV’s 3-box set is listed at NT$5,040 with a promo price of NT$1,655, which looks like a big saving, but you must divide by total packets before comparing with other brands. Include gifts, shipping, and membership discounts in the allocation. Finally convert everything to a per-packet or per-1,000mg price so you’re not misled by the “save when you order” figures.
Dosage, Pitfalls, and Suitable Groups at a Glance
- Labeled dosages vary widely: Per-packet collagen ranges from Tiandi Hebu at 3,000mg to LAC at 13,000mg, a more than fourfold difference; products over 10,000mg include LAC, DV, Taiyen, Lo Hong Ka, and My Health Diary. The mainstream range is 5,000 to 7,000mg. The clearest molecular weight labels are DV (284 Da) and Daiken (500 Da).
- Suitable groups: If you need a high dosage, choose LAC or DV; if you want the lowest cost per 1,000mg, choose HeySong powder sachets or Taiyen or My Health Diary; if you’re sensitive to fishy smells, start with fruit-juice flavors like m2, Lo Hong Ka, or Lao Xie Zhen; if it’s your first time, try Tiandi Hebu at NT$399 to test the waters.
- Common pitfalls: Skip products whose sites only claim “high concentration” or “small molecules” but don’t state milligrams and molecular weight; always divide bundle prices back to per-packet before comparing; products that include royal jelly, bird’s nest, or cow/chicken-derived ingredients require checking the ingredient list if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.