Everything we consume has an influence on the body and skin. However, some foods and supplements have “extra” tremendous benefits – collagen is one of them.

Aging of the skin is a continuous process related to a depletion in physiological function. How the skin ages is a multifaceted activity based both on inherent and external factors. Aging has an effect on connective tissue in the skin, leading to declines in elastin and collagen fibers that give the skin its flexibility and fullness.

So, this begs the question, “Do oral collagen powders and supplements slow down the aging process?” The short answer is “yes,”  but it's important to note that aging is systemic and encompasses many more physiological components than anyone really wants to venture into! 

However,  when I decided to geek out on an in-depth, 10-year study through the National Library of Medicine (NLM) I found some great answers to this question! Read more about the benefits of oral collagen for skin.

Benefits of Oral Collagen for the Skin: 

• The presence of additional collagen peptides in the body helps to maintain collagen in the skin. Collagen is considered crucial for skin health.

• Both internal and external factors diminish collagen in the body, thus the skin.  So supplementing collagen has benefits.

• Marine fish collagen works in harmony with human collagen. Therefore it has been widely studied.  It is safe,  and has high biocompatibility and bioactivity in the human system. 

• Current research reveals that oral collagen use can result in a reduction of wrinkles, rejuvenation of skin and reversal of aging. 

• Oral collagen supplementation may improve hydration and elasticity in the skin. 

Source: National Library of Medicine

The NLM study is long and very detailed! The points I pulled out and summarized above answer the most commonly asked questions regarding oral collagen use. Keep in mind that all nutrients take time to work in the body. Supplements like collagen, fish oil and vitamin D have incredible long-term benefits with prolonged use. Stay the course for amazing skin results. This is the case with all holistic skin care. The rewards are good, I promise.