As time goes by, like everything else, we too evolve. We strive to keep pace with every scientific discovery of the new day, and part of that mission is sharing comprehensive scientific information about our products in the form of tests, clinical studies, and analyses.
With this article, we begin sharing with you the latest discoveries made about RealFood's collagen products and what new benefits we're adding to the positive effect of taking them.
What do we already know, and what do the new studies tell us?
As we already know, the daily intake of RealFood Hydrolyzed Collagen supports skin hydration, increases elasticity and, as a result, reduces fine lines, and strengthens the hair follicle. This has been established through tests on specific groups of people, compared against control groups taking another type or form of collagen, or a placebo.
The new findings are now more detailed, with more specific percentages in their comparisons, and offer a much broader picture of the effects on beauty, athletic performance, sleep, and more. Many areas are covered by the new studies, among them the effects of protein intake on healthy beauty and how RealFood Hydrolyzed Collagen and RealFood Collagen Complex care for healthier skin and hair.
Although the positive effect collagen has on improving skin hydration and elasticity, as well as reducing visible fine lines, is a topic we've covered many times, the new clinical studies reveal even more impressive results. In the following lines, we'll look at what they reveal about regular hydrolyzed collagen intake.
RealFood's Collagen Strengthens Hair Follicle Health
Among the new analyses is one focused on hair health. An updated study proves that daily intake of RealFood Hydrolyzed Collagen not only penetrates the hair shaft and strengthens it, but also increases the number of active stem cells in the hair follicles by 40% compared to the control group (tested with another product or a placebo). These cells nourish the follicle and support its life cycle. Based on this, collagen also largely prevents the death of the follicle itself (reduced by around 20%). As a result, the overall structure of the hair is significantly reinforced, and the risk of age-related hair loss is reduced.
Delivers High Effectiveness for Skin Elasticity and Hydration
One of the main actions of the protein is precisely to improve the condition of the skin – smoothing fine lines, boosting moisture, and providing long-lasting hydration. The latest findings prove that collagen taken over a long period (12 weeks) can improve skin hydration by as much as 14%, and skin elasticity by 7% in just 4 weeks. These results came from a test conducted on women of Mongoloid descent. In the most recent studies, the tested amount of collagen intake was 5 grams, rather than the 10 grams used previously.
Faster Action in Reducing Fine Lines Compared to Cosmetics
Another conclusion we reach with the latest scientific data is that the raw material we use in our collagen products reduces the visibility of fine lines faster than using a face cream alone. In studies where RealFood's collagen was combined with hydrating creams, it was found that the creams provided only surface-level hydration and temporarily increased skin density and moisture.
Participants using only cream achieved a weaker effect on reducing visible fine lines and improving elasticity compared to the groups of women who also took collagen at the same time.
How Does Collagen Work for Your Skin and Hair?
Collagen is the main structural protein in our body, directly responsible for the normal function of all organs and systems. However, its natural synthesis in the body begins to decline after the age of 25, leading to drier skin, less elasticity, more pronounced fine lines, weaker hair, a higher chance of sports-related injuries, joint cartilage problems, and much more.
RealFood Hydrolyzed Collagen not only supplies the body with its necessary daily intake of collagen, but also stimulates the synthesis of new collagen, which in turn:
- Improves skin density;
- Supports the structure of hair follicles, contributing to the growth of healthier and stronger hair;
- Retains moisture and boosts hydration;
- Supports nighttime sleep and relieves muscle tension.
The Revolution in Beauty Care from Within
The raw material we use to create RealFood Hydrolyzed Collagen and RealFood Collagen Complex is backed by more than 10 years of research, proving its qualities and the direct benefits of its optimal action on the body. Of course, science, technological capabilities, and knowledge are constantly advancing, opening the door to an even more holistic approach to the concept of beauty. It is now viewed from a different, broader angle — instead of focusing mainly on the end benefits we can gain from cosmetics and supplements, we're turning our attention to how the ingredients enter the body and effectively provide care from within, which then leads to visible beauty on the outside.
This has always been our core mission — to promote not temporary fixes, but to show that beauty requires everyday care for your health from within. As more and more new studies and clinical trials are published on the topic, it becomes increasingly valuable for the end consumer to make sure that what they're taking is proven and of high quality.
Follow our blog to find out the latest results from clinical trials on RealFood's collagen, as well as in other areas of your optimal health.
