US EditionTaking collagen keeps skin elastic but won't stop wrinkles, say scientists
Analysis of nearly 8,000 trial participants shows collagen supplements improve skin elasticity, hydration, and reduce arthritis symptoms but do not affect skin roughness.
- On Friday, researchers at Anglia Ruskin University published a review in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum finding long-term oral collagen supplements improved skin elasticity, hydration, and reduced arthritis symptoms, based on 16 reviews and 113 clinical trials involving almost 8,000 people.
- Researchers noted that collagen naturally declines with age, and around menopause women lose about a third of skin collagen, motivating the review by researchers at Anglia Ruskin University.
- Trials often omitted variables such as UV exposure and topical moisturisers, and skin hydration was measured by trans-epidermal water loss, but the review found no effect on skin roughness or supplement type superiority.
- Experts said supplements may offer 'some legitimate' skin gains when taken consistently over time, but Shefalee Loth warned most cost at least 25 and should be weighed against benefits.
- Transparency-first: the review reported no industry funding, but study authors noted many trials involved supplement industry funding and called for targeted trials, Dr Tamara Griffiths urged further research.
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Collagen supplements are 'not a cure-all' for ageing, scientists say - but they may work in some key areas
While collagen supplements may give your skin a boost, don't expect them to banish your wrinkles, scientists have warned. The alert follows a major new scientific review from Anglia Ruskin University, which has examined the evidence from 113 trials involving close to 8,000 people.Findings showed that taking collagen pills or powder daily can genuinely improve skin elasticity and moisture levels over time. The researchers are keen to point out, h…
Collagen supplements 'may boost skin health' but they're not an 'anti-wrinkle quick fix', study suggests
The review found collagen supplements taken over a long period could improve skin elasticity and hydration, and reduce the symptoms of arthritis. However, they did not significantly affect skin roughness.
Analysis found that the supplements taken over a long period of time can improve the elasticity and hydration of the skin and may reduce the symptoms of the arthritis, such as severe and painful articulations, show SkyNews. However, they did not significantly affect the severity of the skin. Analysis showed that products should be intended for people who want a “holistic” skin care. Additionally, supplements were found to be an additional anti-a…
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