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Hydrolyzed Collagen (Bovine)
Collagen peptides (Type I & III)
The most abundant protein in the human body — providing structure and strength to skin, hair, nails, joints, and connective tissue. Hydrolyzed Collagen (collagen peptides) is pre-broken into small, easily absorbed fragments that the body can utilize directly to support skin elasticity, joint comfort, and structural integrity throughout the body.
What Is It?
Collagen is the primary structural protein in the human body — accounting for approximately 30% of total protein content. It forms the scaffolding of skin, bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels. After age 25, the body produces approximately 1% less collagen per year — contributing to the visible signs of aging including skin wrinkling, joint stiffness, and hair thinning.
Hydrolyzed Collagen (also called Collagen Peptides) is bovine-derived collagen that has been broken down
through enzymatic hydrolysis into short peptide chains — primarily dipeptides and tripeptides — that are small enough to be absorbed directly through the intestinal wall into the bloodstream, making them significantly more bioavailable than intact collagen.
Hydrolyzed Collagen (also called Collagen Peptides) is bovine-derived collagen that has been broken down
through enzymatic hydrolysis into short peptide chains — primarily dipeptides and tripeptides — that are small enough to be absorbed directly through the intestinal wall into the bloodstream, making them significantly more bioavailable than intact collagen.
How It Works
Hydrolyzed Collagen supports the body through two primary mechanisms:
- Direct Structural Contribution — collagen peptides are absorbed into the bloodstream and selectively accumulate in skin, cartilage, and bone where they provide building blocks for new collagen synthesis
- Fibroblast Stimulation — specific collagen peptides (particularly Pro-Hyp and Hyp-Gly dipeptides) act as
signaling molecules that stimulate skin fibroblasts to produce more collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid —
a beauty-supporting feedback loop
Additional mechanisms include:
- Joint Support — accumulates in cartilage and may reduce joint pain and stiffness in active individuals
- Gut Lining Support — glycine-rich collagen peptides support intestinal barrier integrity — relevant to
the gut-skin axis connection
- Hair and Nail Support — provides amino acid building blocks for keratin synthesis
- Direct Structural Contribution — collagen peptides are absorbed into the bloodstream and selectively accumulate in skin, cartilage, and bone where they provide building blocks for new collagen synthesis
- Fibroblast Stimulation — specific collagen peptides (particularly Pro-Hyp and Hyp-Gly dipeptides) act as
signaling molecules that stimulate skin fibroblasts to produce more collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid —
a beauty-supporting feedback loop
Additional mechanisms include:
- Joint Support — accumulates in cartilage and may reduce joint pain and stiffness in active individuals
- Gut Lining Support — glycine-rich collagen peptides support intestinal barrier integrity — relevant to
the gut-skin axis connection
- Hair and Nail Support — provides amino acid building blocks for keratin synthesis
Side Effects & Considerations
Hydrolyzed Collagen is very well tolerated with an excellent safety profile:
- Very well tolerated by most people
- May cause mild digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals — take with food if needed
- Contains common food allergens from bovine sources — not suitable for vegans or those with beef allergies
- Those with fish, shellfish, or egg allergies should check source (bovine in this product)
- Not recommended during pregnancy without medical supervision
- Quality varies significantly between products — look for grass-fed, pasture-raised sourcing for best quality
- Caloric — contributes protein calories that should be accounted for in daily intake
Typical Dosage Range
2,500mg – 15,000mg daily
Most beauty and joint studies use 2,500-10,000mg daily.
For standalone collagen benefits, higher dose collagen supplements (5-10g daily) are typically
recommended. Results for skin and nail improvements generally require 8-12 weeks of consistent
daily use. Taking with Vitamin C enhances collagen synthesis.
The 120mg in Troomy Shine is a contributing dose within a multi-ingredient formula. (Which also includes Vitamin C)
Research Notes
- Proksch et al. (2014) — Double-blind randomized trial published in Skin Pharmacology and Physiology found collagen peptide supplementation significantly improved skin elasticity and hydration after 8 weeks compared to placebo.
- Clark et al. (2008) — Published in Current Medical Research and Opinion, found collagen hydrolysate supplementation significantly reduced joint pain in athletes during activity over 24 weeks.
- Hexsel et al. (2017) — Randomized controlled trial found specific collagen peptides significantly improved nail growth rate, reduced breakage, and improved nail appearance after 24 weeks.
- Oesser et al. (1999) — Research in Journal of Nutrition confirmed that hydrolyzed collagen peptides are
absorbed intact into the bloodstream and selectively accumulate in cartilage tissue — establishing the lmechanism for joint benefits.
- Clark et al. (2008) — Published in Current Medical Research and Opinion, found collagen hydrolysate supplementation significantly reduced joint pain in athletes during activity over 24 weeks.
- Hexsel et al. (2017) — Randomized controlled trial found specific collagen peptides significantly improved nail growth rate, reduced breakage, and improved nail appearance after 24 weeks.
- Oesser et al. (1999) — Research in Journal of Nutrition confirmed that hydrolyzed collagen peptides are
absorbed intact into the bloodstream and selectively accumulate in cartilage tissue — establishing the lmechanism for joint benefits.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.