Collagen Science
What the research actually says about collagen.
Collagen Science compiles peer-reviewed research on collagen and summarizes what each study set out to measure and what it reported, linking to the original sources.
Evidence first
We summarize the published human research on collagen and link to the primary sources.
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Where to begin
Best Collagen Peptide Supplements: A Research-Informed Comparison
An evidence-informed comparison of leading hydrolyzed collagen peptide powders, evaluated on form, labeled dose, sourcing, transparency, and testing.
Compare products →Collagen Peptides and Skin Hydration and Elasticity
In adults, pooled randomized-trial evidence suggests oral collagen peptide supplementation may modestly improve skin hydration and elasticity.
Read the research →What is collagen?
An introduction to collagen, the body's main structural protein, and how Collagen Science compiles the research.
Read the guide →How we evaluate
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