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Behind The Formula: The Science Of Complete Collagen

Collagen used to be the stuff of glossy hair ads and “age-defying” face creams. But these days, it’s much more than a beauty buzzword - it’s one of the most popular supplements in the wellness world.

And for good reason. Collagen is responsible for everything from firm, glowing skin, to healthy, supple joints. But from our mid-20s, the body’s natural collagen production slows down. Cue thinner hair, weaker nails, stiffer joints, and more wrinkles in the mirror. 

That’s why supplementing collagen can help you get back that natural bounce and glow. However, there’s a catch - or two. 

The problem with traditional collagen supplements

Most collagen supplements come from animal products: cows, pigs or fish. These sources are not only unethical and less sustainable, but animal collagen is fundamentally different from human collagen. It’s often missing essential amino acids, like l-tryptophan, making it an incomplete protein.

Vegan alternatives do exist, but they aren’t true, human collagen either. They simply contain ingredients that encourage your body’s own collagen production - which can give you a boost, but aren’t a direct solution.

Introducing: VeCollal®, the world’s first plant-based, true collagen

Collagen has always been one of the most-requested supplements from our community. But we wanted a solution that delivers real results, without any compromise.

So we took a deep dive into the research and chose VeCollal®, the first plant-based collagen to mimic human Type 1 collagen. 

Here’s why that’s a sea change in supplements.

What makes VeCollal® different?

VeCollal® is a biomimetic collagen. It’s designed to replicate the structure and amino acid profile of human Type 1 collagen, which makes up around 90% of your body’s collagen.

Your body creates Type 1 collagen using peptides from your diet (either from animal products like meat, fish and dairy, or plant-based sources like soya and quinoa). These peptides are digested as amino acids, which become the building blocks for collagen production.

What’s clever about VeCollal® is that it skips that entire digestive process. Instead, it provides your body with the exact ratio of amino acids found in the human Type 1 profile, kicking off collagen production right away.

Why our Complete Collagen formula is a game-changer

Using VeCollal® allows us to create a collagen supplement that’s:

  • 100% plant-based - no fish, cow, or pig derivatives

  • 4x more absorbable than marine or bovine collagen

  • Clinically validated to show measurable results within just 8 weeks*

  • Fortified with plant-based super-ingredients: vitamin C, biotin, bamboo, and matcha 

What does the science say?

VeCollal® has been successfully tested in four clinical trials and its ingredients are backed by over 70 independent studies.

In just 8 weeks, VeCollal® supplementation is clinically proven to:

  • Reduce wrinkles by 32.9%*

  • Boost skin density by 7.7%*

  • Increase elasticity and hydration by 6% each*

  • Reduce skin roughness by 13.1%*

  • Shrink pore size by 5.6%.*

And the results aren’t just skin deep.

VeCollal® has been shown to increase collagen production by 134.97%** across the entire body, which has plenty of benefits for your hair, nails, joints, and more.

The bottom line

No matter how the tides of wellness turn, we will always stay true to our commitment to bring you 100% natural, ocean conscious supplements that look after people and the planet.

VeCollal® allows us to deliver a collagen formula that is scientifically proven, ethical, potent, and effective. So that you can choose a supplement that delivers results, and honours your values.

*Lin, Y.-K., Liang, C.-H., Lin, Y.-H., Lin, T.-W., Jiménez Vázquez, J., van Campen, A. and Chiang, C.-F. (2024) ‘Oral supplementation of vegan collagen biomimetic has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: A double-blind, placebo-controlled study’, Journal of Functional Foods, 112, p. 105955. doi:10.1016/j.jff.2023.105955.

**VeCollal (n.d.) VeCollal increases collagen production by 134.97% (In vitro results). Available at: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0024/7123/1534/files/1.3_-Study-_VeCollal_increases_collagen_production_by_134_in_vitro_results..pdf?v=1712584969