Collagen Supplements: Miracle or Myth for Midlife Women?
Collagen 101: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, making up around 30% of your total protein. It gives structure and strength to your skin, hair, nails, bones, joints, tendons, cartilage, blood vessels, and gums.
The challenge? As we age – particularly around menopause – collagen production declines. Women can lose up to 30% of their dermal collagen in the first five years after menopause, leading to thinner skin, joint aches, and weaker bones. The collagen we do make is also of lower quality than in our younger years.
This is why so many women explore collagen supplements to support their bodies through this transition.
How Collagen Supports Women in Perimenopause & Menopause
Skin health: Collagen peptides (broken down collagen that’s easier to absorb) have been shown to improve hydration, elasticity, and reduce wrinkle depth.
Joint comfort: Studies suggest collagen supplementation can reduce osteoarthritic pain and improve mobility.
Bone strength: Research on postmenopausal women has found that collagen peptides improve bone mineral density in the hips and spine.
While collagen won’t influence your hormones, it can help ease secondary symptoms linked to estrogen decline, such as dry skin, brittle nails, and stiff joints.
Types of Collagen: What You Need to Know
There are 28 types of collagen, but here are the main ones relevant to supplements:
Type I: 90% of your body’s collagen. Found in skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, and teeth.
Type II: Found in cartilage, supporting joint health.
Type III: Works alongside Type I, supports muscles, organs, and arteries.
Type IV: Found in the skin’s layers.
Type V: Found in eyes, skin, hair, and placenta.
Most supplements contain Type I (for skin, hair, and nails) or Type II (for joints). Marine collagen is particularly popular for skin and bone health.
Collagen and Nutrition: Can Food Help?
You can support your own collagen production through a nutrient-rich diet.
Vitamin C: Oranges, strawberries, peppers, broccoli.
Proline: Mushrooms, asparagus, peanuts, fish, meat.
Glycine: Poultry skin, turkey, pork, peanuts, granola.
Copper: Oysters, nuts, seeds, leafy greens, dark chocolate.
Zinc: Red meat, beans, chickpeas, whole grains.
Bone broth is one of the best natural collagen sources – either homemade or store-bought. For vegans, plant-based “collagen boosters” exist, which support the body’s natural collagen production.
Collagen Peptides: The Gold Standard
Collagen cannot be absorbed whole – it needs to be broken down into peptides or hydrolyzed collagen. These are available in powders, capsules, or liquids and are more easily absorbed by the digestive system.
Choosing the Right Collagen Supplement
When buying collagen, look for:
Source: Marine (fish) or bovine (cow).
Type: Hydrolyzed peptides for best absorption.
Quality: Certified by third-party testing (COA).
Form: Powder, capsule, or liquid – whichever fits your lifestyle.
Daily consistency: Results come from regular use.
My Favourite Collagen Supplement
For me, collagen is a nightly ritual. I take GODDESS GLOW Marine Collagen – two easy capsules before bed. Responsibly sourced, high-quality marine collagen designed to support radiant skin, strong bones, and ease through midlife.
Final Word: Miracle or Myth?
Collagen supplements aren’t a miracle cure – but they aren’t a myth either. Combined with good nutrition, exercise, quality sleep, and stress management, collagen supplements can make a real difference for midlife women.
They may not turn back the clock, but they can help you feel stronger, fresher, and more confident in your own skin.
When I discovered this synergistic combination of marine collagen, as well as a vitamin, mineral, herbal and nutrient complex that is designed to work from within to help protect the body on a cellular level against ageing and oxidative stress, I knew it was one for my shop!
Clients that take this product rave about the impact on their skin, hair and nails .. it’s from a trusted source, good quality and ticks the boxes for me.
A wonderful result on my nails which had been breaking but after 2 courses of these supplements are now greatly improved!
- Marie G
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The key ingredients help to keep skin elastic, radiant and supple. Their actions are backed by science, with EFSA-approved health claims, offering targeted nutritional supplementation to support both health and beauty.
INGREDIENTS:
Marine collagen: Collagen is the primary ingredient in this supplement and it is obtained from marine sources - widely regarded as the highest quality and most bioavailable source of collagen. This is then complemented by the inclusion of hand-picked vitamin, mineral, herbal and other nutrient allies.
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