Our Collagen Edition has taken the beauty world by storm, selling out on QVC, and for good reason. As a key structural protein, collagen is essential for maintaining skin elasticity, firmness, and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Naturally, as we age, collagen production slows down, which is why supplements like Collagen Edition have become a go-to for anyone seeking to combat the signs of ageing. But while collagen is an important piece of the puzzle, it’s far from the only factor in achieving a healthy, youthful complexion. To truly support your skin’s health, glow, and radiance, you need to take a more holistic approach that nourishes your whole body from the inside out. This is where our Beauty and Menopause Formula’s come in. While collagen plays a foundational role in skin structure, long-term skin health and glow require a broader range of nutrients and whole-body approach. Collagen works best when combined with other key vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support hydration, hormonal balance, and overall skin vitality. This is why when we formulated Collagen Edition, we included vitamin C, zinc, keratin, and glutathione. But it doesn’t end there. We know that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work for everyone, especially if you’re struggling with more specific skin concerns like lacklustre complexion, dark circles, or dryness that can be exacerbated by hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause, which is where our Formulas come in. They provide total body support, addressing your primary concerns in one supplement.

For example, our Beauty Formula is packed with ingredients that not only address skin, hair, and nails head-on, but also work on hormones, gut health, energy and more. With a blend of adaptogens, probiotics, and skin-nourishing nutrients like hyaluronic acid, this Formula helps to improve skin hydration and reduce inflammation, leaving you with a radiant, glowing complexion. For those going through the hormonal changes of menopause, Menopause Formula is designed to address hormonal symptoms that impact skin dryness and thinning, while also supporting overall hormonal balance and vitality during this transition.

In today’s blog, we’ll explore why collagen alone isn’t enough for optimal skin health, and how incorporating a more well-rounded skincare routine—including Beauty Formula or Menopause Formula—can help you achieve long-lasting results. For example, a glowing complexion isn’t just about skin-deep care; it’s about supporting your entire system, from your gut to your hormones, which can influence everything from hydration to skin clarity. Think of your skin as an outward reflection of your internal health. If your body is well-nourished and balanced, it will show on your skin. We’ll also look at the role of diet in maintaining youthful skin. While taking collagen is a great way to boost your intake, it’s important to eat a diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that support collagen production and skin health. That’s where supplements like Beauty Formula or Menopause Formula come in handy. They fill the nutritional gaps that may be difficult to meet with diet alone, ensuring your body has all the nutrients it needs to stay healthy and radiant. When combined with collagen, Beauty or Menopause Formula can make all the difference in achieving the radiant, youthful skin you’re after.

Why Collagen is Crucial for Anti-Ageing

Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in the human body and plays a key role in maintaining skin elasticity, firmness, and overall structure (1). As we age, collagen production naturally declines, which can lead to the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. This is where collagen supplements like our Collagen Edition are beneficial, helping to replenish the body's natural stores of collagen, thereby supporting the skin’s structural integrity, and reducing signs of ageing (2). However, glowing, youthful skin requires more than just collagen. While collagen helps to maintain firmness, a holistic approach to skin health is essential for addressing hydration, nutrient delivery, and overall skin vitality. Hydration is crucial, as well-hydrated skin appears plumper and more radiant, while dehydration can exaggerate the appearance of wrinkles. Nutrients like vitamins C and E, and antioxidants are vital for protecting the skin from oxidative stress and supporting natural repair processes.

This is where our Beauty Formula and Menopause Formula come in. These Formulas provide an array of nutrients that work synergistically with collagen to deliver long-term skin benefits. For instance, Beauty Formula includes proprietary GlowCutis® blend, a collagen-stimulating, antioxidant powerhouse to nourish skin, hair, and nails. Containing hyaluronic acid, type 1 marine collagen peptides, zinc, vitamin C, pine bark extract, resveratrol & silica, which work together to support every stage of the skin cell cycle, strengthening and helping to counteract premature skin ageing. And it doesn’t stop there – this sits alongside a blend of vitamins, minerals, plant extracts, adaptogens and gut-focused nutrients to give you total body support. On the other hand, Menopause Formula contains over 45 premium, bio-available nutrients to boost & balance the female body during a time of transition. Nutrients, plant extracts, phyto-oestrogens, herbs and adaptogens work together to address skin dryness and hormonal imbalances that affect skin health during menopause. What’s more, both Formulas contain live probiotics to optimise the gut microbiome, supporting the gut-skin axis and thereby supporting skin from the inside out (3). By addressing multiple aspects of skin health, from hormone balance to inflammation and gut health, these Formulas help to enhance the effects of collagen supplementation for more comprehensive results.

Our Formulas contain a blend of over 45 highly effective nutritional compounds designed to target problem skin and brighten all complexions, while also nourishing, energising, and balancing the whole body. All you need to do is find your Formula – take our quiz here.

The Whole-Body Approach to a Lasting Glow

Achieving a long-lasting glow and truly healthy skin requires more than just collagen supplementation. While collagen helps maintain skin’s structure, elasticity, and firmness, skin health is influenced by numerous factors that go beyond anti-ageing. Our Beauty and Menopause Formulas provide total body support by addressing the root causes of dull or lacklustre skin, offering a comprehensive solution for those looking to enhance their radiance. Both Formulas focus on supporting the 10 systems of the body, delivering holistic benefits in a single supplement. Beauty Formula, for example, is packed with antioxidants (4), vitamins, and adaptogens that support full-body wellness, from improving circulation to reducing oxidative stress. These elements work synergistically to protect the skin from damage, enhance nutrient delivery, and promote a healthy glow from within. For example, Turmeric extract in Beauty Formula helps reduce inflammation and support gut health, thereby supporting the skin (5).

Similarly, Menopause Formula is tailored to address the unique hormonal shifts women experience during perimenopause and menopause, which can affect the skin. As oestrogen levels decline, issues like dryness, pigmentation changes, and loss of elasticity may arise (6). Menopause Formula contains phytoestrogens like flaxseed extract and herbs like sage and dong quai to support hormonal balance, and skin-supportive nutrients such as vitamin C and zinc that tackle these concerns directly, helping to maintain hydration, smoothness, and even skin tone.

By supporting overall wellness, these Formulas help to improve skin health far beyond what collagen alone can achieve. This full-body approach ensures long-term radiance by addressing the underlying systems that affect skin health, offering a more sustainable solution for glowing skin.

Nourishing Your Skin from the Inside Out

A healthy, balanced diet is foundational for glowing skin, but it may not always include all the essential nutrients needed to maintain skin health. While Collagen Edition is effective on its own in supporting skin’s structure and reducing the appearance of fine lines, its effects can be amplified when combined with the right nutrients from both diet and supplementation. Our Beauty and Menopause Formulas are specifically designed to provide a comprehensive range of skin-supportive ingredients that enhance hydration and reduce inflammation.

Whilst Beauty Formula contains antioxidants, vitamins, and adaptogens that work to maintain skin elasticity, hydrate the skin, and combat dark circles, Menopause Formula tackles the hormonal changes that lead to dryness and pigmentation changes, providing ingredients that help replenish moisture and reduce inflammation. Alongside Collagen Edition, these supplements provide a holistic approach to skincare.

Incorporating dietary changes can further support the effects of these Formulas. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in flaxseeds, walnuts, and oily fish, help maintain the skin’s moisture barrier and reduce inflammation (7). We also have our Oil Editions, which contain anti-inflammatory EPA and DHA alongside other benefits – shop here. Vitamin C, abundant in citrus fruits, strawberries, and peppers, supports collagen synthesis and protects against oxidative stress. Finally, zinc, found in nuts, seeds, and legumes, plays a critical role in skin repair and reducing inflammation. These nutrients work hand-in-hand with Beauty and Menopause Formulas to promote a more youthful and radiant complexion.

Tackling Skin Dryness and Hormonal Imbalances

As we age, skin hydration naturally decreases, contributing to dryness, fine lines, and a loss of elasticity. This is especially evident during menopause, when hormonal fluctuations lead to more pronounced skin concerns, such as thinning, dark circles, and a dull complexion. While Collagen Edition helps to restore skin texture and boost elasticity, it’s essential to support hydration and hormonal balance for comprehensive skin health.

Beauty and Menopause Formulas provide the extra nutrients needed to combat skin dryness from within. These supplements contain a blend of advanced multi-minerals, vitamins, plant extracts, adaptogens, and antioxidants that not only target hydration but also address hormonal imbalances, which can exacerbate skin issues during menopause. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamins A and E in Beauty Formula work to deeply hydrate the skin, while adaptogens like rhodiola and KSM66 ashwagandha in Menopause Formula help to balance stress hormones, promoting healthier, more radiant skin.

Whether you’re in your 30s and looking to preserve your skin’s youthful glow or in your 40s managing the effects of perimenopause, both Formulas are excellent additions to your skincare and wellness routine. They tackle the root causes of skin dryness, leaving skin feeling supple, rejuvenated, and supported. They provide holistic nourishment, making them a valuable complement to collagen supplementation for maintaining long-term skin health. Shop Formula’s here.

Disclaimer: All of the information on this website is provided for general information only, it should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your own doctor or any other health care professional providing personalised nutrition or lifestyle advice. If you have any concerns about your general health, you should contact your local health care provider. No one diet or supplement regime works for everyone and you should always seek help from a GP and registered health expert before making changes to your diet, or before introducing any supplements. This is especially important when pregnant.

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