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Best Edible Collagens on the Market Today

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Best Edible Collagens on the Market Today

Best Edible Collagen Supplements on the Market Today

Edible Collagen is said to be the fountain of youth! It is the product that is trending at the moment as a way to promote great skin from the inside out.

The older I get, the more I enjoy my age. However there’s something I’m not so happy about…the crease between my eyes where I frown a lot.  The smile lines that were cute but are now deep furrows.  The age spots that have appeared on my legs and arms from not being quite so sun-smart in my youth.

We can’t stop aging.. but now there might be a way to keep ourselves looking younger and it is called Edible Collagen!

The thing is – Edible Collagen actually isn’t new, Chinese women have had collagen as a fountain of youth for centuries – but they took it the hard way, via foods like pig’s feet, shark fins and donkey skin.  Now it comes in capsules or flavoured powders to make it much more palatable.

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Why You Should Take a Collagen Supplement?

Collagen is important for your skin. It makes it appear younger as it hydrates the skin from the inside out and improves its elasticity. Collagen is the body’s ‘scaffolding’.  It makes up nearly 75% of the dry weight of your skin and it is what makes youthful skin plump and full.  As we get older, we cannot produce enough collagen to keep the lines from forming and the plumpness of our skin starts to sag.

Studies show that eating marine collagen prevents bone loss which is great for women are more prone to osteoporosis.

Another good reason to take collagen is heart health.  Having a healthy heart goes a loooong way!  Edible collagen reduces the risk of heart-related diseases. But a little reminder, it’s always advisable to check first with your physician.

What to look for in Collagen Supplements?

Before deciding on the collagen supplement (Marine or Plant Based) you will take, learn all about it first. What’s it made of? Where did it come from? Get this, there are about 16 types of collagen in your body! What you want is type 1 and that’s found in porcine, bovine and marine collagen.

When deciding on a collagen product, take note of the amount of active collagen the supplement has. More isn’t always best! Anything more than 7.5 grams is basically a waste since your body can only absorb that much collagen in a single day. You just end up flushing your money down the drain.

If you are a vegan, there are still plenty of options available to you, you can steer clear of Bovine or Marine Collagen, and go with a plant based variety.

And speaking of absorption, the smaller the peptides of hydrolysed collagen and the higher the amount, the better it gets into your system (for example the Morlife Collagen + C has 5800mg of premium Verisol Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides).

One last thing, it would be preferable to buy a collagen supplement that already has vitamin c so it will be more effective and you’ll see the results faster!

Here are our favourite Edible Collagen products:

Fusspot Collagen Beauty Tea’s “Glow Junkie”

Fusspot Collagen Beauty Tea’s best seller is the “Glow Junkie” blend which is a loose leaf complexion tea boosted by collagen, and packed with polyphenols from green tea and antioxidants from the blend of hemp seed, olive leaf, paw paw leaf and spearmint.

The reason why the Glow Junkie is well loved and repeatedly bought is because it is rich in Vitamin C and A that helps with skin inflammation! It also assists with skin health, boosts immunity and of course boosted by hydrolyzed collagen peptides to support radiant skin, thicker hair and stronger nails. It also helps reduce and diminish the signs of ageing like thinning, greying hair, hair loss, weak joints, brittle nails, dull and dry skin, wrinkles, fine lines and lack of skin elasticity.  This tea is amazing aid for your beauty needs!

GlowJunkie teapile | Stay at Home Mum.com.au

The Beauty Chef Collagen Inner Beauty Boost

  • Vegan

For that natural glow that improves the firmness of your skin, try The Beauty Chef Collagen Inner Beauty Boost. This is also gluten-free and vegan! Inner Beauty Boost is made with bio-fermented goji berry, grape seed extract, zinc and vitamin C.  To take Inner Beauty Boost you mix 1 tablespoon of the mixture with cold water and mix well.  Alternatively, you can add it to your favourite smoothie.

The only downfall with this product is that it needs to be refrigerated and consumed with 90 days of opening – which is great if you are consistent at taking your vitamins, but not so good if you are forgetful!

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Inner Beauty Boost | Stay at Home Mum

Morlife Marine Collagen + C Powder

  • Marine Collagen Powder
  • 33 serves per package

A daily nourishment for your skin courtesy of Hydrolysed Marine Collagen.  What sets this apart is being a marine collagen is its bioavailability compared to other animal collagens.  This edible collagen gets extremely good reviews online and is well priced!

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Morlife Marine Collagen + C Powder | Stay At Home Mum

Vida Glow Marine Collagen

  • Australian made
  • Marine Collagen
  • Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy Free
  • Non-GMO

It’s almost impossible to get rid of cellulite but you can reduce it for firmer skin! Vida Glow Marine Collagen is 100% natural and gluten-free! It contains marine collagen from Deep Sea Red Snapper. If you’re sensitive to odour, they also have a flavoured collagen variant.  Vida Glow Marine Collagen comes in loads of delicious flavours – I have tried this one myself and I really love the Pineapple!

Vida Glow Flavours include:

  • Original
  • Blueberry
  • Pineapple
  • Mango
  • Peach
  • Cranberry Lime

Buy Vida Glow Marine Collagen here:

Vida Glow Marine Collagen | Stay At Home Mum

Harmony My Beauty Marine Collagen Powder

  • Marine Collagen Powder
  • Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free
  • Contains 3 grams of Hydrolysed Marine Collagen per serve
  • 20 servings per pack

Want radiant and glowing skin? Harmony My Beauty Marine Collagen Oral Powder contains ingredients known to stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis which helps to improve skin texture, support skin hydration and protect the skin against the effects of UV damage.

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The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Powder

  • Vegan
  • Certified Organic

Another great product from the cult brand The Beauty Chef.  Sure, it is pricey, but it has been made from premium ingredients that not only help with wrinkles but also will support your gut health!  Berry flavoured, you just mix one teaspoon of Inner Beauty Essential with cold water and enjoy once or twice per day.

Stockist:

The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Powder | Stay At Home Mum

California Gold Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides

  • Bovine Collagen
  • Gluten-Free, Soy Free
  • No GMO’s
  • 41 Servings per Bottle

With over 439 positive reviews and a brand name that is synonymous with quality supplements, this is an affordable and excellent quality product to choose to increase collagen production in your body.  It also contains 60mg of Vitamin C per serving which helps the body absorb the powered collagen.

Stockists:

  • iHerb
California Gold Nutrition, Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides + Vitamin C, Type 1 & 3, 6,000 mg Per Serving, 250 Tablets

So go ahead, try out these supplements if you want to… Look in the mirror and tell yourself, age doesn’t matter!

Don’t shy away from your age, embrace that youthful feel with these best quality collagen supplements!

Jody Allen
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Jody Allen is the founder of Stay at Home Mum. Jody is a five-time published author with Penguin Random House and is the current Suzuki Queensland Amb...Read Moreassador. Read Less

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