What is Pure Marine Collagen

Collagen is the main protein in our body that plays a role in the growth, health & maintenance of skin, bone, cartilage, hair, nails and teeth. It is the main component of skeletal and connective tissues, and plays the main role to support the structure of the human body. Collagen can be found in various of natural resources such as meat, fish, etc. For marine collagen like seaweed, it contains about 10 times collagen higher than shark fin and 24% of marine collagen is equivalent to 2 pieces of swallows nest. From age 25 on wards, the level of amino acids used to build collagen & elastic fibers significantly reduced. At age 40, our body stops producing collagen and leads to the formation of wrinkles, sagging skin, dryness, skin problems and so on.

Marine collagen is has been widely used in Japan for many years as a natural supplement. People who use marine collagen claim it has various benefits, which include healthier bones and skin. The reason why collagen products are so popular is that increased collagen can make the body function more effectively. Collagen production is vital to healthy skin, hair, bones and joints. Reduced levels of collagen are especially noticeable in the skin because the skin loses its elasticity and becomes prone to sagging with age. Some people choose products with collagen in them to assist the skin in becoming firmer and softer. Often, vitamin makers will put collagen in with vitamins as an extra bonus for skin, hair and nails.

Since marine collagen is becoming widely marketed in skin products, more people are turning to this natural substance for its purported anti-aging benefits. While the appearance and texture of skin is partially determined by genetics, certain detrimental factors affect a person’s skin such as environmental toxins, diet and smoking. Some consumers think using marine collagen may help them diminish the signs of aging and decrease the negative effects of toxins