What is it?
Collagen peptides are small, absorbable fragments of protein derived from animal collagen. Unlike native collagen, which is larger and less penetrative, collagen peptides are broken down into shorter chains, allowing them to be more easily absorbed by the skin and body. These peptides play a crucial role in stimulating collagen production, which is essential for maintaining skin structure and elasticity, particularly as we mature.
Where does it come from?
Collagen peptides are produced by hydrolyzing whole collagen proteins found in connective tissues such as skin, cartilage, and bone. This involves breaking down the molecular bonds between collagen strands, making the collagen more bioavailable and easier for the body to absorb.
Our porcine collagen is sourced from Pata Negras, an Iberico breed of pigs that live amongst trees on small family-owned farms and they feed on acorns. Pata Negras are like the Wagyu beef of pigs. One of the best places to source porcine collagen is the EU. This is because of the strict rules that safeguard the welfare of pigs.