Marine collagen - 250 G - Food supplement

We recommend collagen treatments lasting at least 2 months, ideally a minimum of 3 months.

Clinical studies show results after 2 to 3 months. Ideally, the treatment should be repeated at least 2 or 3 times a year to maintain the effects.

Yes, for good results, it is advisable to take collagen every day for at least 2 - 3 months.

There are no contraindications to consuming marine collagen continuously at the recommended doses, and it is particularly useful for people with specific needs, such as mature skin, people who do intensive sport, and people with joint or tendon discomfort.

Collagen is a structural protein naturally present in our body's connective tissues (skin, cartilage, tendons, ligaments). Collagen, or rather collagens, as there are several types, are macromolecules, large proteins that ensure the cohesion, resistance and elasticity of our tissues. Collagens are the proteins most commonly found in the human body. Our dermis contains around 65-75% (dry weight) and our tendons 70-85% (dry weight).

In our bodies, collagen fibres are the major constituents of the extra-cellular matrix, i.e. the structure that organises our tissues, links our various cells together and ensures that the tissue functions properly. In addition to collagens, this extra-cellular matrix is also made up of elastin, proteoglycans, structural glycoproteins and the famous hyaluronic acid, which ensures the proper hydration and lubrication of the whole. Collagens and other structural macromolecules are naturally synthesised by our cells.

From adulthood onwards, the natural synthesis of collagen by our cells decreases sharply and the renewal of our collagen fibres slows. Additionally, as we age, collagen-degrading enzymes are secreted by our cells, particularly during inflammatory phases. Exposure to UV rays or pollution also exacerbates the breakdown of collagen in the dermis and alteration of the structure of the extra-cellular matrix, leading to the appearance of wrinkles and loss of skin tone. Similarly, age, intense physical activity, inflammatory processes and certain pathologies accelerate the breakdown of the collagen network and the degeneration of the cartilage in our joints, as well as the tendons that connect our muscles to our bones.

One study has estimated that our collagen capital decreases by around 1% per year in adulthood.

There are 28 different types of collagen, each with its own structure and functions, but have in common a triple helix of intertwined polypeptide chains (called alpha chains). Collagen is characterised by the regular repetition on the 3 alpha chains of the amino acid triplets Glycine - X - Y (where X and Y are other amino acids, most often X = proline and Y = hydroxyproline), the most common of which is the sequence Glycine-Proline-Hydroxyproline. These helices join together to form the collagen fibres that form the basis of the extra-cellular matrix.

Marine collagen is collagen obtained from the by-products of farmed fish or fish caught for food. We have chosen a sustainable and responsible supply chain, with collagen from Friend of the Sea certified aquaculture, a sustainable aquaculture label.

Collagens are very high molecular weight proteins, in the region of 300,000 Da, which makes them insoluble in water and limits their absorption by the body.

'Hydrolysed' means that these large collagen proteins have been cut into small pieces, called peptides, which are small assemblies of amino acids. This process produces collagen peptides that are soluble in water and easily absorbed by the body, thanks to their lower molecular weight. We have chosen a hydrolysed marine collagen with a low molecular weight, 2000 Da, for very good collagen assimilation.

This 'cutting' (or hydrolysis) is carried out using targeted enzymes, known as enzymatic hydrolysis. The choice of enzymes, the temperature and the hydrolysis time are part of the manufacturer's know-how and determine the characteristics of the peptides obtained. The hydrolysis process for our marine collagen is a gentle enzymatic hydrolysis specifically developed to produce low molecular weight peptides with an amino acid sequence optimised for efficiency.

Collagen peptides are particularly rich in glycine, proline and hydroxyproline, important amino acids for healthy skin, tendons and joints.

Collagen absorbed as a food supplement is not capable of replacing our own collagen in the skin, joints or tendons. It is digested and passes into the bloodstream in the form of oligopeptides (small peptides) which reach the skin and various tissues and stimulate both the mobility and proliferation of fibroblasts and the synthesis of collagen by our fibroblasts. The result is an increase in fibroblast density and collagen fibre density. It would also appear that collagen taken orally reduces the impact of UV rays on the degradation of collagen in our skin.

Marine collagen is considered the best collagen for use as a dietary supplement, whether for skincare or sports use. It is also the most sustainable form of collagen in terms of production methods, provided, of course, that you choose marine collagen from certified sustainable aquaculture.

In terms of environmental impact, greenhouse gas emissions are much lower for fish farming than for cattle or pig farming. Aquaculture also ensures that no protected species are removed from their environment. No fish are caught specifically for collagen; only by-products from fish reared in aquaculture are used (a form of upcycling).

Our collagen is certified sustainable by Friend of the Sea. This NGO guarantees a responsible and eco-friendly use of marine resources and the preservation of aquatic ecosystems.

Numerous scientific studies suggest the benefits of marine collagen in the case of joint discomfort, but to date no claim has been authorised for collagen.

Over 95% rich in protein, marine collagen is ideal for promoting muscle mass gain. In addition, as intense physical exercise can promote the breakdown of our collagen, taking collagen as a dietary supplement is particularly recommended for sportspeople.

There are no contraindications to taking marine collagen in the recommended doses during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to seek medical advice before taking any food supplements.

No, this dietary supplement is for adults only. There is no real point in taking collagen before the age of 20 or 25.

Collagen is a protein that only exists in the animal kingdom, so it cannot be of plant origin. The collagen used in food supplements can be of marine, bovine or porcine origin.

It is also possible to develop vegan 'collagen substitutes', but their composition remains very different from that of natural collagen; they are mixtures of isolated amino acids (sometimes with added vitamins or plant extracts), not peptides (chains of amino acids). The efficacy data available on the consumption of marine collagen peptides cannot therefore be transposed to these mixtures.