Study Confirms: Collagen Supplement Delivers Visible Results for Your Skin
These days, everyone seems eager to try a collagen supplement. But does such a supplement actually deliver visible results? This recent study on 76 women provides compelling evidence that it does.
The impact of collagen supplements on skin health has been extensively researched in recent years, with many recent studies showing promising results. A study by Proksch, published in Nutrafoods (2020), demonstrates that bioactive collagen peptides derived from fish have a positive effect on skin elasticity and wrinkle visibility.
The Study
This study examined the effects of bioactive fish collagen peptides on 76 Asian and European women aged 50 to 70. It was a randomized study, where one group received a daily dose of 5g fish collagen peptides, while the other group took a placebo.
Improved Elasticity
After eight weeks, a significant improvement in skin elasticity was observed in the group that took collagen peptides. On average, skin elasticity increased by 7.6%. The effect was long-lasting: four weeks after the final dose, a noticeable difference in skin elasticity was still apparent.
Fewer Wrinkles
As early as four weeks into the study, the group taking collagen peptides showed visibly reduced wrinkles. After eight weeks, the effect was even more pronounced, with wrinkle visibility reduced by an impressive 15%.
Key Takeaway
These findings are specific to this type of collagen peptides and the recommended daily dose of 5g.
Benefits for Your Skin
What can you expect if you try a collagen supplement yourself? Here’s a quick summary of the most notable benefits:
- Better-hydrated skin with a healthy glow.
- Reduced visibility of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Fuller, more elastic skin.
- Smoother, softer skin.
