It's not easy to navigate all the more or less serious options available on the collagen market today. Collagen expert Aime gives you everything you need to know to choose the right formula for your needs.
Collagen is a naturally occurring fibrous protein that makes up about one-third of the body's total protein. It plays a role in the structure and health of our skin, hair, nails, joints, bones, ligaments, and even our internal organs. In short, it is essential for the strength, elasticity, and regeneration of body tissues.
Unfortunately, from the age of 25, our natural production capacity decreases by 1% per year. Since foods rich in collagen are not always enough to compensate for this loss, it is recommended to take regular collagen cures in the form of food supplements for beautiful skin or hair, or to improve sports performance . Yes, but which one?
Collagen type I, collagen type II, collagen type III?
Collagen comes in different forms.
The most common is type I collagen found in skin, bones, tendons, and even teeth.
Type II is mainly found in cartilage, especially joints.
Type III is often associated with skin, muscles, and blood vessels.
The most common collagen in food supplements, particularly at Aime, is type I collagen, selected for its beauty and well-aging benefits .
Sorry vegans, there's no such thing as plant-based collagen. It can come from beef or poultry cartilage and tissue, or from fish scraps. This is the famous marine collagen.
Which marine collagen should you choose?
This molecule is specifically extracted from fish tissues, such as skin, scales, and fins. Since it's primarily composed of type I collagen, it's most commonly found in collagen-based supplements designed for skin beauty. Consuming it as is is out of the question.
Why choose a hydrolyzed powder?
It's more enjoyable if marine collagen undergoes a transformation that makes its flavor more neutral. It's said to be "hydrolyzed," meaning it's broken down into particles small enough to pass through the intestinal walls and be better assimilated. These are called collagen peptides, which have a low molecular weight, measured in Daltons. This is the atomic mass unit of hydrolyzed collagen. The marine collagen selected by Aime is 4000 Daltons (or Da), which offers excellent bioavailability, while remaining neutral in taste to integrate into all your favorite drinks.
What ingredients should you combine with collagen intake?
We now know that collagen is even better absorbed by the body when combined with vitamin C.
“ Vitamin C is a collagen production enhancer,” explains Dr. Sophie Domergue, cosmetic doctor. “Studies have shown that taking 1g of vitamin C can increase collagen production in the skin by 30%. ”
A good way to optimize the effects while providing enhanced antioxidant action.
Better yet: Aime also combines other great health and wellness ingredients.
Energizing ginseng or guarana, anti-inflammatory turmeric, and digestive chicory are among the new natural active ingredients added to certain formulas. Because to feel beautiful, you must first feel good!
Which collagen should you choose?
Choose the one that will satisfy your sweet tooth the most to make compliance easier: a drink containing 10g of collagen every day for at least 3 months.
Aime's collagen range consists of 6 formulas for all tastes and needs.
In addition to its velvety green notes, matcha offers antioxidant benefits perfect for urban skin overexposed to free radicals.
Its formula contains chicory, which improves digestion, and ginseng, which boosts physical performance. A real boost to your day!
Combined with energizing guarana powder, cocoa revives the mind and body in case of fatigue in a drink that is more than delicious and addictive.
It contains horsetail and Montpellier maidenhair fern, which enhance the beauty benefits of collagen on skin, nails, and hair. And we love its new blueberry flavor!
Turmeric aids digestion, and black pepper strengthens the body's natural defenses. Excellent, it adds a comforting spicy flavor to your golden lattes.
Composed solely of marine collagen and vitamin C from acerola, this new colorless and odorless formula has a neutral flavor, allowing it to be incorporated into all drinks, hot or cold.
Can't choose?
AIME has designed a Collagen Discovery Pack containing one dose of each flavor.
Hot tip: once you've decided on your next treatment, get a €15 voucher for the purchase of the jar of your choice.
