The best collagen supplements to take in 2021

January 13, 2021

As we enter 2021, it feels obvious that our priority should be to take care of our bodies and wellbeing. The secret for feeling our best and achieving glowing skin is right in front of us, collagen supplements. At Proto-col, we believe in both collagen and vitamin supplementation due to the studies and research we have undertaken. However, understanding which ones are the best can be challenging. Read further to find out which ones can benefit you the most.

Best collagen supplements for skin and hair

Adding collagen into your daily health regime brings many benefits to the body. Collagen is a vital protein, and it is our natural ingredient for keeping bodies youthful. This powerful protein is not only found in the skin but the hair, nails, connective tissue and bones and is essential for tissue repair, joint health and cell regeneration. Collagen is described by our founder, James Greenwell, as ‘the glue that holds us together’.

Proto-col collagen experts have found from your mid-twenties, natural collagen production begins to deplete by 1.5% every year. And, from the age of 30, this depletion has already increased to 15%, when a woman goes through menopause this is increased even more.

Our clinical collagen formulation works at a deeper level by stimulating the body’s own collagen production, while most creams and topical skincare products only target the outer layer of the skin and can prove ineffective or short term.

Here are our best collagen supplements for ageing skin:

Pure Collagen Capsules (1200mg)

One of our first collagen supplements from 2003, Pure Collagen Capsules (1200mg) are perfect for someone who is beginning their collagen journey from a younger age or feel they require less of a large boost. Not only are these capsules affordable, but they also deliver premium collagen to the body. Contributing to normal wellbeing of skin, hair and nails these capsules help promote more youthful skin and joints. Formulated to achieve healthier skin, hair and nails they are also gluten and dairy-free.

Pure Collagen Capsules (2500mg)

Our high-performing Pure Collagen Capsules (2500mg) contain a higher dose of collagen at 2500mg per serving. These collagen tablets are incredibly effective due to containing VERISOL^®, which has a true digestibility of 98.4%, making it one of the most bioavailable on the market. This is because it contains a unique peptide chain structure rich in amino acid proline. These strong bonds stay intact during digestion and directly stimulate cell metabolism bringing many collagen benefits for the skin.

The Collagen Capsules have had clinical research carried out to prove they*:

-Increase pro collagen I after 56 days by 65%

-Reduce wrinkle volume in 56 days by 20%

-Increase skin elasticity after 28 days by 15%

Collagen Skin Plus

This one formula provides both collagen and vitamins for skin, hair and nails while blending essential ingredients to increase skin hydration and support healthy hair and nail growth. This capsule is rich in Proto-col collagen Type I and Type III and hyaluronic acid to help promote skin hydration as well as vitamin A, C, D and E, zinc and copper.

Vegan Collagen Powder

Skin Radiance

If you are looking for a vegan alternative to collagen, Skin Radiance is considered the Vegan Collagen- Boosting Supplement. While this supplement is purely plant-based it is known as the vegan collagen, it contains characteristics which mimic the effectiveness of collagen as it increases skin luminosity, elasticity and firmness. It also reduces redness, dark spots and dark circles therefore ideal for someone who wants to take care of their skin with an antioxidant boost. Known for brightening dull complexions and boosting the natural collagen productive this supplement is fast becoming one of our bestsellers. With results in as little as eight weeks, Skin Radiance is a multi-award-winning supplement in which results demonstrate*:

-62% found their skin smoother

-67% found their skin texture refined

-68% found their skin firmer

-21% reported age sports to be less visible

Best Collagen drinks

We understand that collagen concentrated drinks are becoming the ultimate catalyst for delivering collagen to the body, not to mention the delicious flavours they come in. Collagen drinks are often considered the secret behind glowing and radiant skin. Beauty drinks have now evolved to contain not only collagen but added vitamins. By adding liquid collagen into your daily routine, paired with a healthy lifestyle, it’s guaranteed you will look and feel younger.

Collagen Shots

These small but powerful bottles contain 5000mg of collagen hydrolysate as well as nourishing vitamins and minerals including vitamin B6, C, E, zinc, biotin and copper. Each red berry flavoured shot gives 5000mg of VERISOL^®and provides a great kick-start to your collagen regime. Drinking collagen means they are highly bioavailable and will help reduce the formation of wrinkles, reveal a smoother, firmer and plumper skin. Not only this, but they also reduce the appearance of cellulite and increase the thickness of hair and quick nail growth.

Collagen Cordial

The Collagen Cordial is the best collagen supplement for a top-up or fast boost. Containing 2500mg of Bioactive Collagen Peptide^®, vitamin B6, C, E, copper and zinc. Each serving gives you clinically proven results to reduce the volume and depth of lines, increase skin elasticity and firmness, improve nail growth speed and resistance and improve hair thickness.

Proto-col's Collagen gels

These gels can be quickly absorbed and are a popular solution to slowing down the development of wrinkles and fine lines. Convenient and effective on-the-go, these sachets are a great way to deliver collagen and vitamins to the body in one easy consumption.

Try our bestselling collagen gel:

Complete Collagen

Delicious sachets that provide 8000mg of premium collagen plus vitamin B6, C, E and biotin, zinc and copper. Citrus-flavoured, Complete Collagen has been formulated to promote vibrant skin and an active body with results in as little as 28 days*. Designed to help the way you look, move and feel, Complete Collagen keeps natural collagen production topped up and slows down the process that contributes to ageing with visible results. Customers found*:

-Increase Pro-Collagen I after 56 days by 65%