How do we choose the correct Collagen product

Adding collagen into our bodies is a popular way of trying to reverse the aging process. Some people have injections of collagen to smooth out wrinkles. The collagen usually used for this purpose is from Cattle (Bovine Collagen). It will plump the skin and smooth wrinkles for a while but the effect is short lived (maybe a couple of months) as the collagen is usually absorbed into our bodies leaving the procedure needing to be repeated. These treatments do carry the risk of bloated or mishaped lips and faces if not done correctly. Some widely (and rather unfairly) publicised cases  include those of  actress Lesley Ash and Coronation Street star Lynne Perry.

A  far more safer way to increase collagen in the body is by taking oral supplements. Depending on the type of collagen taken, these can help you with the smooting of lines and wrinkles, they can also help or improve the flexibility of our joints as we get less mobile with age.

How do I know what Collagen supplement is right for me

When deciding to take a Collagen supplement there are a couple of questions that you should ask

Is the Collagen pure, and where does it come from

Collagen comes frm two primary sources: Collagen from cattle (bovine) and Collagen from fish (Marine) . This type of Collagen is over 50% purer than the Collagen from cattle. It is also more expensive than the cattle alternative but as with most things, you do get what you pay for. Most top end cosmetics only include Collagen from Marine sources

Why do you want to take Collagen

If you are looking to improve your achy joints then type 1 and 2 are the ones to go for. If its aging or wrinkles on the skin that concern you, then take supplements containing mainly types 3,4 and also 7.

There are preparations available that contain both types 2 for the joints and types 3 and 4 for the skin, if at all possible try and purchase supplements that contain Marine sourced Collagen.

Collagen treatments can be purchased both from the high streets and from specialist on-line retailers. One of these recommended retailers is Evolution Slimming.

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