Collagen is the busiest ingredient in beauty-from-within right now, and it comes in every format going: powders, liquids, capsules and gummies. So are collagen gummies worth it? For most people who want an easy daily way to support their skin from within, yes. Here's what collagen does and what to look for.
What collagen is, and what it does
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, the scaffolding in your skin, hair, nails and connective tissue. From your mid-20s your natural collagen production gradually slows, which is part of why skin loses some of its bounce over the years. Taking collagen gives your body the building blocks it uses to make its own.
Does collagen work?
The picture is encouraging. Trials on collagen peptides have linked daily use over 8 to 12 weeks with improvements in skin hydration and elasticity. Like most good things for your skin, it works with consistent use over time rather than overnight, so the trick is making it a daily habit you'll keep.
What to look for in a collagen gummy
- Hydrolysed collagen peptides. This is collagen broken down for easy absorption, the form used in most research.
- A well-absorbed source. Collagen is either marine (from fish) or bovine (from cattle). Marine collagen is prized for being especially well absorbed.
- An easy daily format. The best collagen is the one you'll take consistently, which is where a tasty gummy has the edge over a powder you have to mix and drink.
- A little sugar is fine. A touch of sweetness is what makes a gummy one you'll keep reaching for, and it's a small amount.
- Where it's made. Look for collagen made in Australia to a recognised standard. Ours is made here, in a TGA-licensed facility.
Who gets the most from them
Collagen gummies suit anyone who wants to support their skin from the inside and would rather a tasty daily habit than a powder to mix. They make it genuinely easy to build collagen into your routine and keep it there, and that consistency is what pays off over time.
Our Collagen Gummies
Our Collagen Gummies are an easy, daily way to support your skin from within. Each serve of two gummies delivers 1g of marine collagen, a well-absorbed source, and they're made here in Australia in our TGA-licensed facility. They're made on a pectin base, but contain marine collagen, so they aren't vegetarian or vegan. Chew two a day and make it part of your routine.
Frequently asked questions
Do collagen gummies work? Research links daily collagen peptides with improvements in skin hydration and elasticity over 8 to 12 weeks. It works with consistent use, so the key is taking them every day.
What kind of collagen is in your gummies? Marine collagen, a well-absorbed source derived from fish, at 1g per serve of two gummies.
How long until I see results? Give it around 8 to 12 weeks of daily use, since collagen works gradually.
Are collagen gummies vegan? No. Collagen is an animal-derived protein (ours is marine collagen, from fish), so collagen gummies aren't vegan or vegetarian.
When should I take collagen? Any time of day works. Consistency matters far more than timing.
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Written by the Haircarebear team. Reviewed by Katie van der Mye, Innovations Manager (BA, MPRA, MM).
This article is general information only and isn't medical advice. Please speak with your health professional about your individual needs.
Sources: randomised trials and reviews on oral collagen peptides and skin hydration/elasticity.