Collagen supplements have become big business thanks to celebrity endorsements and the promise of reduced wrinkles and younger-looking skin.
Most people, as long as they're not suffering from absorption issues, produce enough collagen to sustain a healthy body. Beauty therapists, however, say the benefits of collagen are enormous, not just for skin, but for hair, nails and joints too.Rene Herald of the award-winning The Temple Skincare and Spa in Castle Hill cited a study of 75 women aged 35-75 who used collagen supplements for three-six months that found there were big increases in the hydration, elastin and density of the skin.
Beauty therapists say the benefits of collagen are enormous, not just for skin, but for hair, nails, and joints too.
Collagen is more than just a beauty hack - there are many studies showing the affects on athletes and the benefits for tendon and ligament repair!