Martínez-Puig D, Costa-Larrión E, Rubio-Rodríguez N, et al. Collagen supplementation for joint health: the link between composition and scientific knowledge. Nutrients. 2023;15(6):1332. Published 2023 Mar 8. doi:10.3390/nu15061332 Formulyst makes it easy to create your own skincare routine. Each skincare concern is assigned a number, and your personal combination will be just as unique as you (and your skin) are. All you have to do is find your formula, and follow the numbers. There are approximately 28 different types of collagen in the human body, but four are considered the most common. They are: Some people report nausea and bloating when taking collagen supplements, but research has not consistently shown these as side effects ( 20).

However, several vegan-friendly collagen-boosting supplements are already on the market. These usually contain ingredients that support collagen production, such as vitamin C.It’s made with collagen peptides, sometimes called hydrolyzed collagen, which have been broken down into smaller compounds that are easier for your body to absorb. As the most abundant protein in the body, collagen is an important component of skeletal muscle ( 2). Hydrolysed collagen is already broken down into peptides before it is consumed. One theory is this fools your brain into thinking that damage has been done to your collagen, spurring your body to produce more.

The amount of time it takes to experience noticeable benefits after taking collagen supplements can vary. However, some research suggests that collagen supplements could improve skin elasticity and hydration within just 4–12 weeks. Are collagen supplements safe? Active ingredient(s) (serving strength): collagen peptides 15 g, hyaluronic acid 120 mg, Bacillus coagulans 20 mg While there is research to suggest collagen supplements could benefit your skin, more studies are needed to get a definitive answer. Dr Mahto doesn’t believe collagen supplements will be harmful, especially in the doses available. Another study found similar results in 66 post-menopausal women who took 5 grams of collagen daily for 12 months. Those who took the collagen exhibited an increase of up to 7% in their bone mineral density (BMD) compared with those who didn’t take collagen ( 14).However, collagen protein isn’t more effective than whey protein for building muscle or strength. That’s because collagen is lower in branched chain amino acids which play a key role in muscle building. Whey protein is a richer source of these amino acids ( NEW16, NEW17). Several studies have linked the consumption of collagen supplements to improved skin elasticity in women 35 years of age and older.