What is Collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in human skin - it makes up 80% of our skin's dry weight. It’s what makes our skin firm by providing our skin with scaffolding and structure that holds things in place. In fact, our skin would literally collapse without collagen!
What type of Collagen do you use?
We use PeptiPlus hydrolysed bovine collagen peptides. When choosing a collagen supplement it is good to know that not all collagen is created equally - you want to be on the lookout for one that contains 10g of hydrolyzed collagen peptides per serve. This helps to ensure the collagen you are taking has been enzymatically processed to produce a low molecular weight product. Whilst this might sound finicky, low molecular weight (ideally molecules that are 2KDa in size - microscopic in nature) collagen peptides are what have been used in the research and are the format of collagen that have been shown to produce results for hair, skin, nails and tendon health.
What is Hyaluronic Acid and why has it been included in this product?
Hyaluronic acid is a substance made by specialized cells called fibroblasts that live in the living tissue of our skin. Hyaluronic acid acts like a giant sponge and is responsible for keeping the inside of our skin hydrated by absorbing water from our blood stream to aid the transport of nutrients and promote a dewy glow. As we age, hyaluronic acid production decreases leaving the dermis or living layer of our skin dehydrated and our appearance old, saggy and dry. Research shows that oral ingestions of 120 mg of Hyaluronic Acid daily can increase skin’s hydration by promoting the production of hyaluronic acid at the skin levels.
What are Ceramides?
Ceramides are fatty substances that protect and support the integrity of the top layer of our skin - our epidermis. The skin cells that live on the outermost layer of our skin are dead and held together by oils fatty substances like ceramides that live there naturally - kind of like the glue that keeps this outer layer intact. Ceramide production naturally declines with age and as production declines, the skin can lose its hydrated glowy complexion leaving our skin dry and brittle. In this light, Ceramides are your skin’s natural raincoat - protecting you from the harsh outside world whilst holding things in place and maintaining skin hydration. Science shows that the ingestion of 20mg of a patented ceramide extract (Hydropeach) can naturally increase the amount of ceramides in your skin and improve the skin's barrier function and hydration levels in as little as 20 days.
Is Collagen and Ceramides allergy-friendly?
Yes! It is free from gluten, dairy, soy, refined sugar, artificial colours, flavours and additives. It is also Keto friendly, low carb & low fat.
Is Collagen and Ceramides suitable for vegans/vegetarians?
No, Collagen & Ceramides contains Bovine Collagen.
