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What is Collagen?
Find out exactly what collagen is and how you can reap multiple benefits from this essential powerhouse protein. From firmer skin to stronger nails and healthy hair, we reveal how collagen can help you feel your ABSOLUTE best…
So, what is collagen?
Collagen is a natural protein found in our skin, hair, nails, bones, and connective tissues, responsible for keeping things smooth, strong, and supported. It’s best to think of collagen as your body’s building blocks or scaffolding, providing the structure and elasticity to keep everything in place.
But as we age, our body’s natural collagen production slows down – which is when we start to notice those pesky fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness in our skin. By taking collagen supplements, however, you can top up your natural reserves and minimise those signs of ageing.
What is collagen made of?
Collagen is made up of amino acids – primarily glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline – which are essential for building and repairing tissue. In fact, this wonder protein makes up around 70% of the dry mass of our skin and forms the extracellular matrix (a fancy term for the network that keeps our skin resilient and bouncy).
Animal bones, skin, and connective tissue are common sources of collagen, such as those found in cows and pigs (bovine and porcine, respectively). However, our marine collagen is made from the scales of fish – which is scientifically proven as one of the best sources of collagen.
What is collagen good for?
Everybody loves collagen as it keeps skin looking smooth, firm, and plump – basically, all the things that help you feel radiant and youthful. What’s more, collagen also supports hair and nail growth.
Unfortunately, however, our natural collagen levels start to decline from the age of 25. But don’t worry – adding collagen to your daily routine can help replenish these levels, reducing the appearance of fines line and wrinkles and keeping skin looking its absolute best. That’s why collagen is now a top ingredient in beauty and wellness supplements for restoring and maintaining radiant, resilient skin.
Your top collagen questions answered...
Where's collagen found?
Beyond being naturally found in the human body, collagen is sourced from animals such as fish, chickens, cows, and pigs. For our supplements, Absolute Collagen uses Type 1 marine collagen, which is known for its superior absorption rate — up to 1.5 times faster than other collagen types. This marine-based collagen is not only effective, but also free from common, animal-derived health risks, giving you both the highest quality AND optimal results.
What is type 1 collagen?
Collagen comes in various types, including types 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. Each type has a specific role and is found in different parts of the body. Type 1 is the most abundant and is essential for skin, hair, and nail health - making it the ideal choice for our collagen supplement. Want to learn more about each type? Check out our blog on the different types of collagen for a full breakdown.
What's hydrolysed collagen?
Collagen comes in various types, including Types 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. Each type has a specific role and is found in different parts of the body. Type 1 is the most abundant and is essential for skin, hair, and nail health - making it the ideal choice for our collagen supplement. Want to learn more about each type? Check out our blog for a full breakdown.
How does collagen work?
Our liquid collagen formula provides you with a highly concentrated, daily dose in a convenient travel-friendly sachet. Each 10ml serving of our supplement contains 8000mg of hydrolysed marine collagen (the highest concentration in the UK). Our advanced formula is also infused with vitamin C - essential in stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced damage.
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