#109) Are Collagen Supplements a Scam? | Chemist Confessions Podcast

One of the more popular questions we get is about collagen supplements and whether or not it’s a scam. We’d be lying if we said we haven’t been avoiding this one, but no longer! In this episode, we go through the clinical data. We discuss why it’s so hard to shop for good collagen supplements. Finally, we list our shopping tips and things to consider if you’re thinking of adding this to your beauty routine. 0:43 | What is Collagen? 6:21 | Are Collagen Supplements Actually Helpful for Skin? 34:22 | How to Shop for Collagen Supplements Supplier Reference Studies Peptan Asserin, J., Lati, E., Shioya, T. and Prawitt, J. (2015), The effect of oral collagen peptide supplementation on skin moisture and the dermal collagen network: evidence from an ex vivo model and randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials. J Cosmet Dermatol, 14: 291-301. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.12174 Verisol E. Proksch, M. Schunck, V. Zague, D. Segger, J. Degwert, S. Oesser; Oral Intake of Specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides Reduces Skin Wrinkles and Increases Dermal Matrix Synthesis. Skin Pharmacol Physiol 1 February 2014; 27 (3): 113–119. https://doi.org/10.1159/000355523 Gold Collagen Forte Genovese, L., Corbo, A., & Sibilla, S. (2017). An Insight into the Changes in Skin Texture and Properties following Dietary Intervention with a Nutricosmeceutical Containing a Blend of Collagen Bioactive Peptides and Antioxidants. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 30(3), 146–158. doi:10.1159/000464470 Product Shoutout: Double Play Face & Eye Retinol Cream https://chemistconfessions.com/produc... Enrichment Content: Collagen Supplements: Yay or Nay? - A Chemists’ Guide https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/... Follow us: IG:   / chemist.confessions   INTERWEB: https://chemistconfessions.com/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfes... Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehack