Glow from Within: Tripeptide Collagen for Skin, Hair, and Nails

Tripeptide collagen has been gaining attention as one of the most scientifically advanced and effective ways to support your skin, hair, and nails from the inside out.

Let's talk skin. Collagen plays a central role in maintaining skin health; keeping it firm, hydrated, smooth, and youthful. As we age, the body’s collagen production slows, which can lead to fine lines, sagging skin, and slower barrier healing. This is where tripeptide collagen comes in. Research from Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2013  revealed that ingesting collagen peptides, particularly the smaller tripeptides, can significantly increase skin elasticity by as much as 15% after just 8 weeks of supplementation.
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Additionally, a study published in Dermatology Research and Practice, 2024 showed that collagen peptides improve the skin’s ability to retain moisture, resulting in a smoother, plumper appearance. With tripeptide collagen, the smaller peptides are 5x stronger and more bioavailable than hydrolysed collagen particles; making them more easily absorbed, and allowing them to penetrate deeper layers of the skin, providing more lasting hydration. As seen in studies conducted by Department of Dermatology, 2014, collagen peptides also support skin barrier function and accelerate wound healing, promoting healthier, more resilient skin.

And then there's hair. In addition to skin, collagen also plays a crucial role in maintaining healthier, thicker, and stronger hair. Collagen peptides have been shown to promote keratin production, the key protein responsible for strong and luscious strands. A study in Nutrafoods, 2020, highlighted the benefits of collagen in significantly improving hair thickness in just 16 weeks.
Beyond that, Dermatology Research and Practice, 2024, found the state of scalp and hair health to be noticeable within 12 weeks; with an 11% improvement in scalp scaling, a 27.6% increase in the total number of hairs counted, and a 31.9% overall increase in healthy hair appearance. For those struggling with more brittle or fine hair, incorporating tripeptide collagen and the amino acids found in collagen into your routine could be the key to your vibrant new 'do.

It truly works from head to toe(nails). Just like skin and hair, your nails benefit from the amino acids provided by collagen. As published by the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017, tripeptide collagen’s supplementation has shown to promote faster nail growth and actively reduce brittleness. In this study, bioactive collagen peptides treatment promoted an increase of 12% nail growth rate and a decrease of 42% in the frequency of broken nails. As well as preventing breaking or chips on the surface, looking after our nails allows us to protect what lies underneath.

All in all, tripeptide collagen's significantly more bioavailable form of collagen offers multiple benefits backed by extensive research, transforming the way we think about beauty supplements, and cleanly blending science and nature to help you look and feel your best. Stay tuned for the many other benefits on our upcoming posts; we'll dive into muscle and joint health, metabolism and energy levels, and other wonder's a teaspoon-full can provide.