Collagen Peptides 101: What They Do and Why We Add Vitamin C

Collagen is the most abundant structural protein in the body, found in skin, joints, hair, and nails — and natural production is well-documented to slow down with age, which is the basic case for collagen supplementation.

'Hydrolyzed' is the key word to look for on a collagen label. It means the collagen has been broken down into smaller peptides that are more easily absorbed than collagen protein in its whole form. Our peptides are sourced as Type I & III, the two types most associated with skin, hair, and nail structure specifically (as opposed to Type II, which is more joint-cartilage focused).

We add vitamin C to the formula for a specific reason, not just as a nutritional bonus: vitamin C is a required cofactor for the body's own collagen synthesis process. Taking collagen peptides without adequate vitamin C is a bit like supplying building materials without the crew needed to use them.

Both of our flavors — Wild Berry and Mango Passion — use the identical collagen and vitamin C dose; the only difference is the natural flavoring, so pick whichever you'll actually enjoy drinking daily, since consistency matters more than which flavor you choose.

It mixes clear in cold water, coffee, or a smoothie, with no added sugar in either flavor.