Collagen; the beauty industry’s buzzword to draw us all in with the promise of more youthful skin and less fine lines and wrinkles. But what exactly are collagen products, and are these promises legit? We’ve taken a look at the fountain of youth itself and some of the best products to use if you need a collagen boost.
What is collagen and why does my skin need it?
Collagen is one of the most important proteins within the body, and major component of connective tissues that make up several body parts, including tendons, ligaments, skin, hair and muscles. As one of the body’s main building blocks, collagen is what keeps our skin from sagging, giving us that plump, youthful look.
As we age, our body produces less and less collagen; meaning our skin’s elasticity is reduced leading to the wrinkles we all associate with ageing.
Though there are a number of ways to help improve the levels of collagen in your body, including reducing your sugar intake, quitting smoking and eating a healthy diet; there are also plenty of collagen-infused products on the market to help give you that extra boost.
How do collagen products work?
Collagen supplements aren’t a quick fix, so don’t expect to see a remarkble improvement overnight – but, if used for several months, they can improve skin elasticity as well as combat many signs of ageing.
As well as helping you look younger, many people have reported that taking collagen supplements Others have shown that consuming collagen daily over an extended period of time can help to increase density in bones weakened with age, helping to improve joint, back and knee pain.
Collagen Products For Skin
Protocol Collagen Microdermabrasion
This anti-ageing micro dermabrasion from Protocol combines crushed diamond and mother of pearl powder with natural AHAS to gently lift away dead skin cells.
With added plant-based Protocol Collagen and protein this collagen product promises to leave your skin feeling smooth and renewed as well as fighting against fine lines and wrinkles.
Read our full Protocol Collagen Microdermabrasion review.
Purolabs Collagen Complex
Clinically-backed hydrolysed collagen peptides for thicker, fuller hair and healthier skin with a glow-from-within. Supports improved skin elasticity & firmness, visibly reduced wrinkles & fine lines. Sustainably-sourced & MSC certified.
Arella Vegan Collagen – Liquid Supplement
The UK-based wellness brand launched their brand-new plant-based liquid collagen supplement, Arella Collagen earlier this year.Containing VeCollal, the world’s first plant-based collagen alternative, Arella Collagen supports the body’s own collagen store to boost the production of collagen naturally in the body, helping consumers to achieve healthier joints, gut, hair, nails and more youthful skin – without the destructive impact of a bovine or marine collagen supply chain to the environment.
Collagen drinks
Pink Cloud Beauty Co
Pink Cloud Beauty co.’s pink lemonade vitamin drink contains pre -portioned sachets filled with the right amounts of Biotin, Selenium, Vitamin E and Marine Collagen, promising to keep your hair, skin & nails are healthier than ever
According to The Physicians’ Desk Reference, only 10%-20% of the nutrients in vitamin pills are absorbed into the body, whereas liquid, drinkable vitamins are absorbed up to 98%, due to not needing to be digested first – as a tablet or gummy would.
Collagen can be difficult for some people to take because of the foul taste, but these drinkable beauty vitamins actually taste like Pink Lemonade – let me recommend treating yourself and serving them hot (the same way you’d make a lemsip.)
Collagen shots
LQ Collagen
LQ collagen Max is a daily all-in-one beauty collagen shot with 7000mg of marine collagen, hyaluronic acid, biotin and selenium designed to deliver noticeable results from the inside out.
These convenient 50ml bottles are super easy to take on your travels, and contain an array of nutrients that contribute to the maintenance of skin, hair and nails – plus 5 other active ingredients.
Yuliv Collagen Drink
A new high-strength collagen drink has launched in the UK, which promises to help improve skin health and wellbeing.
Yuliv Collagen Drink replenishes collagen lost in the body, which can lead to early or more intense signs of ageing. Unlike other collagen replenishments, each 25ml drink from Yuliv contains 10,000mg of type 1 collagen peptides, making it the highest-grade collagen drink per millilitre available in the UK.
Designed to be taken daily, Yuliv’s can provide firmness and structure to the skin by reproducing the collagen lost in the body over time, helping to prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Each 25ml ampule contains 10,000mg hydrolyzed collagen, 65mg green tea extract and 80mg vitamin C. Combined, these ingredients create a powerful antioxidant that protects cells in the body against oxidative stress and reduces fatigue, as well as stimulating blood circulation and weight loss.
Absolute Collagen
Maxine Laceby first created Absolute Collagen in her kitchen in 2017 and the brand has gone from strength to strength. With over 100,000 satisfied #absoluters, Absolute Collagen promises incredible results with continued use – in fact, because they have so many re-orders the brand offers 18% off and free delivery on all of their subscription plans.
After 14 days: You should start noticing the effects: looking more radiant, less tired – and you might start to get some comments off other people too.
After 28 days: You should have visibly softer, plumper looking skin and your hair should feel less frizzy and thicker.
After 56 days: Your skin should feel dewy with an increased glow – and hardcore #absoluters report that people have asked if they’ve had work done around this point.
Collagen Protein
Bioglan Superfoods Beauty Protein
Bioglan Superfoods Beauty Protein is a vegan, collagen-boosting blend of colourful berries and plant-based pea and rice protein. It’s also been enhanced with hyaluronic acid, bamboo extract, biotin, vitamin C and amino acids.
The unique amino acid blend mimics the composition of bovine collagen, without using any animal-based ingredients. Each serving is high in protein and contains no added flavours or sweeteners, so you can add a collagen boost to breakfast, smoothies and both sweet and savoury recipes.
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