A 60-year-old woman has claimed that a daily collagen supplement costing just 30p has helped her achieve skin that looks 40 years old. The product, California Gold Nutrition Collagen, is available from health retailer iHerb, where shoppers can currently save 20% using the code 20COLLAGENUK, bringing a 462g tub down to £27.33.
Collagen is a naturally occurring protein in the body, but production declines with age. The unflavoured powder contains marine-derived collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C, designed to support healthier hair, skin and nails, as well as joints and bones. Users are advised to blend one scoop (5g) daily into 180-240ml of water or juice, taken on an empty stomach.
The product has earned a 4.7 out of 5 star rating on iHerb. One reviewer wrote: 'I have gone through some poor health and was looking very old, my skin was dry and wrinkled, having just turned 60. I have now taken this for a year and everyone comments on how good my skin looks people say I look 40 so that is great for my ego.' Another noted that wrinkles on their hands had become less noticeable.
However, some customers noted a fishy aftertaste and advised mixing with warm water for better dissolution. Alternatives include Revive Collagen Enhanced Plus Liquid Hydrolysed Marine Collagen Sachets at Lookfantastic (£35.99 for 14 sachets) and Unfabled Collagen Gummies from Boots (£13.99 for 60 gummies).
