Hydrolyzed Collagen Formula is a unique powder formulation containing collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, and HydroPeach™ Ceramides, to revitalize the skin for a glowing, youthful appearance, while promoting collagen production to support skin elasticity.†

INGREDIENT RESEARCH

• Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring component in the human body found at the interface of collagen and elastin fibers. As we age, the quantity of hyaluronic acid decreases, affecting collagen and elastin fibers and contributing to fine lines and wrinkles. Clinical studies have shown that supplementation with hyaluronic acid enhances skin moisture and may diminish the appearance of wrinkles, while increasing epidermal ceramide levels.†
• Intracellular lipids are important for maintaining skin barrier function. Ceramides account for 40% of skin intracellular lipids; therefore, increasing ceramide levels may contribute to healthy skin. Clinical studies have shown that those who supplemented with plant-derived glucosylceramides had enhanced ceramide levels along with improved skin moisture retention and skin barrier function.†
• HydroPeach™ Ceramides (peach-derived glucosylceramides) support healthy skin appearance, while vitamin C, copper and zinc play a role in collagen formation.†

Collagen’s benefits to skin health is well known. Collagen is responsible for the resilience, strength, durability, elasticity, smoothness and the plump appearance of healthy skin. Not only does it directly make up and support the layer directly underneath the outermost skin, research shows that it may also improve moisture content in the skin.†

Collagen isn’t just crucial to skin health; it is a major component of connective tissues in the human body, including tendons, ligaments and muscles, and in fact is the most abundant protein in our body. also makes up a vital part of the joint and bone matrix.† For the joint to maintain its structure and comfort, the versatile structure of collagen is necessary. Studies suggest that supplementation of collagen may also contribute to hair, nail and bone health.†

Collagen in its natural form is a tightly bound protein structure, and is thus very difficult to digest when taken as food. However, when it is broken down to its hydrolyzed form—in other words, into collagen peptides—it can easily be absorbed in the intestines, providing the basic amino acids that can be built back into collagen.

Philosophy Nutrition’s Hydrolyzed Collagen Formula was specially formulated with skin and joint health in mind. It features collagen peptides with hyaluronic acid and co-factors to support hydration and the production of collagen in our body, and thus promote skin elasticity, decrease the appearance of fine wrinkles, and overall appearance of healthy skin.

Philosophy Nutrition’s collagen formula is water neutral, which means the powder can be mixed into any clear liquid or food without changing the taste, odor or color. It can be added to smoothies, yogurt, or even baked goods.

Hyaluronic acid is known for its high water retention capacity, and holds water in the layer under the skin. It is an important component in maintaining skin moisture, and is reported to decline with age—possibly contributing to decreased skin elasticity and formation of wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid may support the skin through renewing its skin hydrating properties, moderating the appearance of fine lines and age spots.†

Philosophy Nutrition’s Hydrolyzed Collagen Formula uses low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, which is said to have better absorption. The formula also contains various vitamin and mineral co-factors, including vitamin C, which may help connective tissue formation. Copper and zinc are included in an ideal ratio, as they are suggested by studies to help link collagen threads together. The overall content of antioxidants serve the additional purpose of reducing oxidative damage to epidermal skin cells.†