The ever-youthful Jennifer Aniston calls collagen āthe glue that holds everything together.ā And sheās right! Collagen gives structure, strength, and elasticity to your skin. It also promotes the growth of new skin cells and aids in the removal of dead ones. Simply put, collagen keeps your skin looking young. Think of it as the spring in your skin’s mattress, keeping everything firm, fresh, and radiant.
But as time passes, your natural ability to produce collagen declines, so collagen levels begin to decline, leading to visible signs of aging such as wrinkles, sagging skin, and a lackluster appearance, not to mention weaker nails and thinner hair.
The desire to mitigate these aging effects is why the beauty industry is abuzz with the benefits of collagen. But not all collagen peptides are equally beneficial for your skin. In fact, many of them do nothing to support a youthful appearance. Thatās why a team of scientists were so excited about a type of specific collagen peptides called VerisolĀ®. Here are five reasons to add VerisolĀ® collagen to your beauty routine ASAP.
Reason #1 – Collagen makes your skin look younger
In a double-blind placebo-controlled study1 conducted by dermatologists from the University of Kiel, Germany, 69 women aged 35 to 55 were given either VerisolĀ® or a placebo daily for 8 weeks. They monitored key skin health indicators like elasticity, moisture, water loss, and roughness at the start, halfway through, and at the end of the study, plus a further check-in four weeks after finishing the supplements.
The verdict? The VerisolĀ® group showed a significant improvement in skin elasticity compared to the placebo groupāand these effects not only lingered but slightly improved even four weeks after they stopped taking the supplements. Plus, their overall skin moisture had improved too! In other words, they looked younger! And the cherry on top? There were no side effects reported throughout the study.
Reason #2 – Collagen reduces wrinkles
In a rigorous double-blind, placebo-controlled study2, published in The Journal of Skin Pharmacology and Physiology,114 women aged 45 to 65 took either VerisolĀ® or a placebo. Each woman consumed 2.5 g daily for 8 weeks, with half receiving Verisolās specific collagen peptides and the other half the placebo.
The study closely monitored the depth of eye wrinkles, measured both before the treatment started and after 4 and 8 weeks, as well as four weeks after they stopped taking the supplement. Additionally, a smaller group underwent skin biopsies to analyze changes in skin components like procollagen I, elastin, and fibrillin at the start and end of the 8 weeks.
The results? Those who took the VerisolĀ® saw a 20% decrease in eye wrinkles compared to those on the placebo. This improvement even lasted four weeks after they stopped taking the collagen. Why? Because Verisolās specific collagen peptides donāt just temporarily help improve skinās hydration and plump it up, they deliver messages to the cells in our skin (called fibroblasts) that cause their collagen-producing activity to increase!
The collagen group also showed impressive gains in skin elasticity and firmness: there was a 65% increase in procollagen type I, plus an 18% increase in elastin, essential components for youthful skin. Collagen and elastin work together in your skin. Collagen gives skin strength and resilience; elastin is key for skinās āelasticity,ā for example, letting smile lines appear around our mouth and eyes when we smile, then causing them to vanish when we stop smiling and our skin returns to its original shape. Collagen fibers make up 90% of the skin, and elastin makes up 10%. Both are produced by fibroblasts whose activity is boosted by Verisolās specific collagen peptides.
In simple terms, this study suggests that taking VerisolĀ® can really help reduce wrinkles and boost the skinās natural ability to stay firm and elastic. Perfect for those looking to add a little more glow and youth to their skincare routine!
Reason #3 – Collagen Smoothes Cellulite
In a double-blind, placebo-controlled study3, dermatologists from the world-famous Collagen Research Institute studied the effect of VerisolĀ® on cellulite. Here’s what they found:
The study involved 105 women aged between 24 and 50, all of whom had moderate cellulite. Each participant was given a daily dose of 2.5 g of VerisolĀ® or a placebo, and they continued this regimen for six months. The researchers checked the severity of the cellulite, along with skin texture and elasticity, at the beginning of the study and then again after 3 and 6 months.
The results? Quite promising! Women saw significantly reduced cellulite and smoother skin on their thighs. The skin also became denser, which is a good sign of healthy skin.
After six months, the study concluded that regular intake of VerisolĀ® noticeably improved skin appearance and reduced cellulite in women. So, if you’re considering collagen supplements for smoother, firmer thighs, this study suggests VerisolĀ® could be a beneficial addition to your skincare routine.
Reason #4 – Collagen Makes Nails Stronger
In a recent study4 published in The Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 25 women were given 2.5g of VerisolĀ® for 24 weeks, followed by a 4-week period without the supplement.
The results were astonishing:
- Nail growth rate increased by 12%.
- There was a 42% reduction in the frequency of broken nails.
- Four weeks after stopping the supplement, 88% of participants still reported improved nail condition.
- A significant 64% of participants showed overall clinical improvement in their brittle nails by the end of the study.
- Additionally, 80% of participants felt that VerisolĀ® improved the appearance of their nails, and they were delighted with the treatment’s effectiveness.
These findings suggest that VerisolĀ® could be a great solution for anyone with brittle nails. It improves nail strength and growth and helps maintain healthier nails for longer.
Reason #5 – Collagenās GREAT For Your Hair
In yet another double-blind placebo-controlled study5,confirming the beneficial effects of Verisolās specific collagen peptides, 44 healthy women, ranging in age from 39 to 75, were randomly assigned to receive either a daily dose of 2.5g of VerisolĀ® or a placebo. The trial lasted for 16 weeks, during which researchers measured changes in hair thickness and the proliferation rate of hair follicle cells.
The women using VerisolĀ® saw a noticeable increase in hair thickness. Specifically, the cells in their hair follicles grew by 31% more than those not taking the supplement.
These results highlight the beneficial effects of VerisolĀ® on hair growth and volume.
Takeaway
Supplementing with VerisolĀ® is clinically supported to support fewer wrinkles, more elastic skin, less cellulite, thicker hair, and stronger nails!
Collagen Complete
Weāre launched our very own collagen supplement. Weāre calling it Collagen Complete.
Collagen Complete from AlgaeCal is a blend of 4 patented collagens. One of these collagens is VerisolĀ®. Each serving provides a full clinical dose – the exact dose used in the above studies – to support your skin, hair, and nails. But thatās not all. In each serving, you also get full clinical doses of FortigelĀ®, UC-IIĀ®, and FortiboneĀ®. These collagens are clinically supported to increase the amount of cartilage in your joints, increase the flexibility in your knees, and even increase your bone mineral density. And youāre getting all those benefits in every serving of Collagen Complete.
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Marie
May 28, 2024 , 6:02 amCompelling data although it would be nice to include what collagen does for bone health since that is why Algae
Cal is in the lives of the consumers.