Super Beauty

DracoBelle™ Nu is a plant-based and antioxidant rich extract sourced from the Moldavian Dragonhead plant. A member of the mint family, this organic and 100% plant-based extract has been scientifically researched to support the body’s own natural collagen production, helping to improve skin moisture, elasticity and density.

Working at a cellular level, DracoBelle™ Nu promotes the activation of anti-aging pathways in the body, working to build up the extracellular matrix and increase the amount of collagen produced naturally within the skin.

Daily intake of DracoBelle™ Nu has been scientifically shown to help significantly increase skin hydration and elasticity for a more youthful complexion in as little as 8 weeks.

New Zealand grown Blackcurrants not only contain more vitamin C than any other berry, but they also contain more antioxidant compounds than blackcurrants grown anywhere else in the world. Special compounds known as anthocyanins give blackcurrants their deep purple colour, and play a specific role in the skin to support the body’s natural production of collagen to improve complexion and fight against the signs of aging.

Research has shown that anthocyanin-rich blackcurrant extract can significantly improve skin levels of collagen as well as elastin and hyaluronic acid.

Along with their anti-aging benefits, blackcurrants have also shown to support a healthy immune system, brain, eye and cardiovascular health.

Hyaluronic acid is a type of sugar molecule that is naturally found in our skin as well as our eyes and joints. Able to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, hyaluronic acid is essential for maintaining skin moisture, working to keep skin plump, dewy and hydrated.

Unfortunately, like collagen, the amount of hyaluronic acid that our body produces naturally declines as we age. Other environmental factors such as smoking, sun exposure and air pollution also contributes to its decline, ultimately leading to dry and dehydrated skin.


Previous research has shown that supplementation of hyaluronic acid can help to improve skin moisture and alleviate dryness. One study in particular demonstrated that supplementation of 120mg of hyaluronic acid a day for 12 weeks significantly reduced wrinkle depth and improved overall skin lustre and suppleness.

Not all hyaluronic acid is created equal though. When it comes to supplementation of hyaluronic acid, molecule size matters! Known as the Dalton size, the molecular weight (how big the hyaluronic acid molecule is) is vital if you want to get the best results.

Some sources can have a high molecular weight however evidence suggests that a Dalton size between (80 – 1,000 kDa) is the most effective for improving wrinkle depth, skin hydration and texture. Two Islands Super Beauty uses a low molecular weight hyaluronic acid of 800 kDa to ensure optimal absorption and the best results.

Read more about hyaluronic acid benefits in our recent blog.

Also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, Biotin is a type of B vitamin that plays a significant role in the health of our skin, hair and nails.

While rare, deficiencies in biotin can result in hair thinning and have been linked to weak and brittle nails. Other symptoms such as a red and scaly rash, particularly around the eyes, nose and mouth area, can also be related to low biotin levels in the body.

As well as working to support our mucous membranes for healthy-looking skin, studies show that supplementation of biotin may help improve nail thickness and hardness, making it an ideal ingredient for those looking for an inner beauty boost.

Silica is frequently referred to as the “beauty mineral”. As the third most abundant trace mineral in the body (just after iron and zinc), this triple threat trace mineral helps to support our skin’s elasticity as well as works to support strong nails and healthy hair growth.

You can think of silica as collagen’s best friend. While collagen works to support youthful and bouncy skin, it’s silica that actually helps to produce collagen from the get-go. Acting as a sort of glue, silica helps to hold our connective tissue together and helps the skin naturally retain water.

Supplementing with silica has been shown to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve overall skin texture, as well as help to strengthen both hair and nails.

Zinc is an essential trace mineral in the body and is especially important when it comes to skin healing, as well as for the overall health of our hair and nails too.

As a powerful antioxidant, zinc is crucial for cellular repair and is a key component needed for the natural production of collagen in the body. If we’re not getting enough zinc, this not only leads to less collagen production but can result in symptoms such as hair loss, brittle nails, roughened skin and delayed wound healing.

The ultimate beauty mineral, research has shown that supplementing with zinc can improve acne, assist with hair loss, and also help to support skin complaints such as psoriasis and rosacea.