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Have you ever wondered why collagen is everywhere in skincare discussions? It seems to promise everything from youthful skin to improved joint health. With countless products claiming to be the ultimate solution, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Today, we're diving into what collagen really is, its benefits, and whether collagen drink like Skinade can help you achieve your beauty and wellness goals.
What is Collagen?
Collagen is the body's most abundant protein, making up about 30% of our total protein content. It acts as the main structural component in our skin, hair, nails, and connective tissues. Think of collagen as the glue that holds everything together, providing elasticity and strength.
As we enter our mid-20s, our collagen production starts to decline at a rate of about 1% per year. This natural decrease can lead to noticeable signs of aging, such as wrinkles, sagging skin, and even joint pain.
There are three main types of Collagen:
Type I Collagen:
Most abundant type in the human body.
Found in skin, tendons, vessels, organs, and bone.
Type II Collagen:
Primarily found in cartilage and joints.
Type III Collagen:
Present in skin, lung, and vascular system, providing structural support.
The Role of Collagen Supplements
With collagen production decreasing over time, many people are looking to supplements as a way to support skin and joint health. Collagen supplements typically come in various forms, including powders, capsules, and liquid drinks like Skinade.
Hydrolyzed collagen is broken down into smaller peptides, making it easier for your body to absorb. Quality is crucial here; a product with high-quality ingredients will be more effective in boosting your collagen levels.
"All collagen supplements are not made equal" - Dr Georgina Knowles
Why Choose Skinade?
Now that we've covered the basics of collagen, let's look at Skinade—a premium collagen drink only available selected stockists, such as Dr. Knowles Aesthetics. Skinade has gained popularity due to its effective formulation and positive and visible results.
"Skinades' active ingredients are in a 100% solution and the collagen peptides have the lowest molecular weight on the market. As a result each drink has a 90-95% absorption rate, targeting type 1 and 3 collagen production in the skin"
Skinade is a skincare drink that you drink every day. It delivers essential micro-nutrients to the body in liquid form, designed to induce various physiological responses. These natural feedback mechanisms within the body lead to the PRODUCTION of COLLAGEN, HYLAURONIC ACID and ELASTIN. Skinade STIMULATES WOUND HEALING RESPONSE within the skin to produce fresh collagen and elastin.
Using 2KDal Marine Collagen peptides types 1 and 3, Skinade triggers fibroblast proliferation to increase fibroblast activity in the dermis, counteracting the signs of ageing.
After drinking Skinade every day for 30 days you will notice that you have fewer lines and wrinkles, your skin is more hydrated (all over your face and body), your skin looks healthier and more glowing. Hair and nails are stronger. In addition, you may well see improvements in inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, congested skin, and prickly heat.
Skinade is suitable for men and women of all skin types; it has no artificial colours or flavours. It contains no gluten, lactose, dairy, wheat, soya, porcine or bovine. It contains just 35 calories.
Skinade is in 100% Solution and is absorbed sublingually and isotonically pre-digestion, with a 90-95% absorption rate.
The benefits of drinking Skinade:
More hydrated skin
More radiant skin
Clearer looking skin
Healthier skin
Better elasticity
Smoother skin
Younger looking skin
Reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Healthier looking hair and nails
Improvements in skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis
What Results Can You Expect After 90 days?
A Clinical Study showed that compared with a placebo, the following improvements were seen:
Collagen Density increased 25.5%
Skin Elasticity increased 28%
Skin Hydration increase by 34%
If you are more interested in reading about the science, you can read the published clinical study findings here.
What are the key active ingredients found in Skinade?
Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen Peptides:
7000mg per drink.
Sourced from freshwater fish - marine collage is the best for stimulating collagen production in the skin.
Improves skin elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Vitamin C:
Essential for collagen synthesis
Vitamin C also acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting skin cells from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stressors.
Vitamin B Complex:
8 types of vitamin B
Supports skin health by enhancing moisture retention, promoting cell regeneration, and improving skin barrier function.
Help to reduce redness and inflammation.
Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids:
Derived from organic flaxseed oil.
These essential fatty acids help to maintain skin hydration and integrity, reducing dryness and promoting a smooth, supple appearance.
Balances sebaceous secretions of the skin
L-Lysine:
An essential amino acid that plays a role in collagen formation, helping to improve skin texture and elasticity.
Also has antiviral properties.
MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane):
A natural compound that supports collagen production
Prevents breaking of crosslinks in collagen
Helps to reduce inflammation, leading to healthier, more resilient skin.
Improvement also seen in hair and nails
Are There Any Drawbacks?
In order to get the best results it requires consistency. Ideally Skinade should be taken daily for 90 days, and then every other days going forward for maintenance. However, we understand that the cost of living is effecting us all these days, and the good news is that a 30 day course of daily use before going onto maintenance can still see visible results when in skin quality and collagen production.
Final Thoughts from Dr Knowles
Navigating the world of collagen can indeed be tricky - and I have done a lot of research into collagen supplementation not only to provide the best for you in clinic, but also for my own use.
Why I love Skinade:
Skinade uses premium products that have been carefully designed by a double PhD Pharmacologist to ensure it is the best quality possible.
It is a U.K based company which manufactures the drink in Twickenham.
Skinade has the smallest size collagen peptide on the market, which is absorbed by the body before it has the change to be broken down by digestion.
Because it is 100% solution, it has the highest absorbency on the market at 90-95% - tablet and powder forms of collagen have only about 30-40% absorbency, and even then gets broken down by digestion leaving very little actually reaching the skin.
By staying informed about how collagen works and incorporating products like skinade into your routine, you're one step closer to achieving radiant, healthy skin. Embrace these insights to take control of your beauty and wellness journey.
But Don't Just Take My Word For it .....
This product is the go to collagen drink for Victoria Beckham, see the full article here
“Victoria Beckham has revealed she relies on a collagen drink to keep her skin glowing following long flights. The fashion designer, 44, recommended her fans try Skinade following her 22-hour journey from London to Sydney.”
WANT TO TRY SKINADE FOR YOURSELF TO SEE HOW IT CAN IMPROVE YOUR SKIN?
Contact the clinic in one of the following ways below and we can give you more information, or process your order:
Email: Enquiries@drknowlesaesthetics.co.uk
Mobile: 07769984097
Visit their website here to read more about their collagen drink and other products : SKINADE
