DIRTEA, a leading functional foods brand, has introduced its Essential Set, combining Pure Essential Creatine with Pure Essential Collagen. Priced at £51 for a one-off purchase, customers can subscribe for £36 every four weeks, saving 30% and receiving complimentary gifts worth £30.
The set is designed to promote everyday strength, cellular energy, cognitive function, and focus. It may also support joint health and healthy ageing, as collagen helps maintain tendons and connective tissue, aiding recovery and resilience.
Collagen supplementation is backed by scientific research. A 2023 meta-analysis in MDPI reviewed 26 studies and found it may improve skin elasticity, which naturally declines with age. Creatine is also extensively studied; Iowa Specialty Hospital calls it one of the most researched and cost-effective supplements for strength and power activities.
DIRTEA's powders contain no artificial flavourings or fillers and blend seamlessly into coffee, matcha, smoothies, or water. The brand has over 22,000 reviews on its website with a 4.8-star rating, and a 4.6-star 'excellent' rating on Trustpilot.
Customer feedback has been largely positive, with one user stating, 'Excellent product! Fast delivery, great price.' However, some have noted the products are on the pricey side. Alternatives include Holland and Barrett's Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides (£23.99) and Free Soul's Collagen Gummies (£9.99 for 60).
