How Does the Body Use Collagen To Help Skin?
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27.02.2020

How Does the Body Use Collagen To Help Skin?

02.27.2020

Two Islands Marine Collagen Beauty Capsules contain hydrolysed marine collagen peptides which is derived from fish skin. Because of their small particle size, hydrolysed collagen can reach the small intestine in the form of collagen peptides. Here they are broken down into smaller particles (dipeptides and tripeptides) and free amino acids where they can then be absorbed and distributed throughout the body via the bloodstream1.

Previous research has shown that collagen derived peptides are resistant to gastrointestinal digestion and enzymes, which means they can be absorbed into the bloodstream2,3.

Once absorbed through the small intestine, collagen peptides and free amino acids travel through the bloodstream to various parts of the body, including the dermis (the deepest layer of the skin) where research in animal models have shown they can remain for up to 14 days4.  Several studies have shown that collagen peptides can be efficiently absorbed and distributed to the skin, where they can stimulate fibroblasts (specialised cells in connective tissue) to increase the density and diameter of collagen fibres, as well as increase hyaluronic acid production and protect against UVA radiation1. Supplementing with marine collagen has been shown to increase collagen production, skin hydration and moisture, improve skin elasticity and reduce the signs of aging5,6.

References

 

  1. Sibilla, S., Godfrey, M., Brewer, S., Budh-Raja, A., & Genovese, L. (2015). An overview of the beneficial effects of hydrolysed collagen as a nutraceutical on skin properties: Scientific background and clinical studies. The Open Nutraceuticals Journal, 8(1). 
  1. Hong, H., Fan, H., Chalamaiah, M., & Wu, J. (2019). Preparation of low-molecular-weight, collagen hydrolysates (peptides): Current progress, challenges, and future perspectives. Food chemistry, 125222.
  1. Alemán, A., & Martínez-Alvarez, O. (2013). Marine collagen as a source of bioactive molecules: A review. The Natural Products Journal, 3(2), 105-114.
  2. Watanabe-Kamiyama, M., Shimizu, M., Kamiyama, S., Taguchi, Y., Sone, H., Morimatsu, F., ... & Komai, M. (2010). Absorption and effectiveness of orally administered low molecular weight collagen hydrolysate in rats. Journal of agricultural and food chemistry, 58(2), 835-841.
  1. Asserin, J., Lati, E., Shioya, T., & Prawitt, J. (2015). The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network: evidence from an ex vivo model and randomized, placebo‐controlled clinical trials. Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 14(4), 291-301.
  1. Koizumi, S., Inoue, N., Shimizu, M., Kwon, C. J., Kim, H. Y., & Park, K. S. (2018). Effects of dietary supplementation with fish scales-derived collagen peptides on skin parameters and condition: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study. International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics, 24(3), 397-402.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the body absorb collagen from supplements?

Two Islands Marine Collagen Beauty Capsules contain hydrolysed collagen peptides, which are broken down in the small intestine into smaller particles and amino acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Can collagen peptides really reach the skin?

Yes. Research shows collagen peptides can travel through the bloodstream to the dermis (the deepest skin layer) and remain there for up to 14 days, where they help stimulate collagen production.

What skin benefits can I expect from taking marine collagen?

Supplementing with marine collagen can boost skin hydration, improve elasticity, reduce visible signs of ageing, increase collagen density, and support hyaluronic acid production.

How does marine collagen help protect the skin?

Collagen peptides can stimulate fibroblasts to strengthen collagen fibres, enhance skin moisture, and even protect against damage from UVA rays.

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