Collagen Shots

Skin analysis in trials have shown an increase of amino acid peptides:

A 2008 study in Tokyo of 33 women ages 40-60 who took 10 g of Hydrolyzed Collagen daily for 2 months showed 91%  saw an increase in skin hydration and resilience.

A Dermiscan study in Lyon France in 2008 showed similar findings in an age group of 35-55: an increase in skin smoothness and hydration, using the  Corneometer and Skin Image Analyzer technologies. [15, 16] After 12 weeks of 10g Hydrolyzed Collagen daily, 41% less furrowing, less wrinkles, more resilient, more hydrated.

Skin resilience was measured by the C&Z Cutometer, Hydrolyzed Collagen also increases the diameter of collagen fibrils in the dermis by the same mechanism: fibroblast stimulation. This in turn increases cohesion of the dermal collagen fibers themselves, which is a true anti-aging step. In the skin, this action means increased thickness, suppleness and resilience, as well as hydration.

Hydration, or water content of skin tissue, is proven directly related to overall smoothness and decreased furrowing and wrinkling. ([9] Sumida)

Babraj JA et al 2005: Collagen synthesis in human musculoskeletal tisues and skin. Am J. Ph. Endocrinol Metab. 289 (5) : 864-9.

Fligiel SE et al (2003): Collagen degradation in aged/photo damaged skin in vivo and after exposure to matrix metalloproteinase-1 in vitro. J. Invest. Dermatol. 120, (5) 842-8.

Chung JH (2001): Modulation of skin collagen metabolism in aged and photo aged human skin in vivo. J. Invest. Dermatol. 117, (5): 1218-24.

• contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
• contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth
• contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism –not essential but customers say they have increased energy
• contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
• contributes to normal psychological function
• contributes to the normal function of the immune system
• contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
• contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
• increases iron absorption

• contributes to normal DNA synthesis
• contributes to normal acid-base metabolism
• contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism
• contributes to normal cognitive function
• contributes to normal fertility and reproduction
• contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism
• contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids
• contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A
• contributes to normal protein synthesis
• contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
• contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
• contributes to the maintenance of normal nails
• contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
• contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood
• contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
• contributes to the normal function of the immune system
• contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
• has a role in the process of cell division

• contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues
• contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
• contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
• contributes to normal hair pigmentation
• contributes to normal iron transport in the body
• contributes to normal skin pigmentation
• contributes to the normal function of the immune system
• contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress