Moderate evidenceJoints & skin

Collagen Peptides

Hydrolyzed collagen protein. Growing evidence for skin elasticity and hydration; early positive signals for joint comfort in active people.

What the science says

Improved skin elasticity and hydration Moderate evidence
Randomized placebo-controlled trials show measurable improvements in skin elasticity and hydration after 8+ weeks of collagen peptides. Trials are often industry-funded, but results are consistent across studies.
Joint comfort in athletes Limited evidence
A randomized trial in athletes with activity-related joint pain found modest pain reduction with 10 g/day of collagen hydrolysate. Evidence is promising but still thin.

Studied dose2.5–15 g/day of hydrolyzed collagen peptides; skin studies typically use 2.5–10 g/day for at least 8–12 weeks.

SafetyVery safe — it is essentially a protein. Not a complete protein (lacks tryptophan), so it doesn't replace dietary protein.

Where to buy

Vital Proteins, Collagen Peptides, Unflavored, 20 oz (567 g)

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