Neocell Laboratories Beauty Bursts Gourmet Collagen Fresh Mint Chocolate deliver high absorption beauty nutrients in delectable, gourmet soft chews. Collagen Type 1 & 3 is the body's beauty protein and strengthens skin, hair and nails. Hyaluronic Acid is known as "Nature's Moisturizer" and hydrates the skin. Vitamin C is essential to boosting collagen in the skin. Together, these three beauty nutrients work together to build beautiful skin from the inside out. Having beautiful and radiant skin has never been so easy - or so delicious!

• Collagen Type 1&3 for firm, smooth skin & strong hair and nails
• Hyaluronic Acid for skin hydration and renewal
• All natural formula bursting with delicious flavor
• Lactose, gluten, and artificial free

Collagen

Collagen Type 1 & 3 Benefits

• Provides specific amino acids necessary to replenishing the body's collagen supply
• Helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles, and helps improve elasticity in the skin
• Builds and supports bone matrix
• Corrects weak, broken, split and damaged nail beds
• Thickens fine hair, adds body and slows down hair loss
• Repairs connective tissues for improved elasticity, improves circulation, and promotes wound healing
• Glycine builds lean muscle to help burn fat while you sleep

Collagen: The Body's Anti-Aging Protein
Collagen supplementation is one of the most fundamental things a person can do to prevent premature aging and promote youthful vitality. Understanding Collagen begins with knowing that it is truly the glue that holds the body together; it is the building block for all our body's major systems.

Although abundant in our youth, the body's natural Collagen production typically slows at a rate of 1.5% per year after the age of 25. As this collagen production slows, the collagen fibers in the body become brittle and begin to break down resulting in many of the tell-tale signs of aging, such as loose, flaccid skin, wrinkles, ligament and tendon injuries, and osteoarthritis.

The Science of Collagen
Super Collagen 1&3 is composed of nineteen amino acids and is a rich source of glycine, proline, alanine and hydroxyproline. Once taken orally, it can produce peptides that stimulate fibroblast cells to produce and reorganize new collagen fibers which, upon bundling, can build the mechanical strength of the connective tissues and strengthen the extracellular matrix.

The Difference Between Collagen Type 1 & 3 and Collagen Type 2
Scientific studies show that more than 90% of the collagen found in the body is Collagen Type 1 & 3. The protein composition consists of nineteen amino acids responsible for the growth and maintenance of the body with unusually high percentages of glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline, which are all found in the skin and muscle. Collagen Type 2 protein consists of eighteen amino acids, which amino acid profiles parallel the profile of the joint cartilage. Collagen Type 1 & 3 and Collagen Type 2 should not be combined due to the types having different amino acid profiles. If taken together, the two proteins will bind and form a complete protein and the body will not recognize it as collagen. It is recommended that if you want to take both sources of collagen protein, it should be done at least an hour apart.

Hyaluronic Acid
Also known as "Nature's Moisturizer", Hyaluronic Acid controls tissue hydration and water transport in the body which helps support the appearance of smooth, supple skin. Young skin contains a large amount of hyaluronic acid (HA) molecules, the body's most water loving molecules. This helps the skin look smooth, elastic and healthy. 

As we grow older, the ability of the skin to produce HA decreases and the amount of HA begins to fall. Since HA helps to bind water, the ability of the skin to retain water also declines with age. As a result, the skin becomes drier, thinner, and less able to restore itself. HA is essential for increasing moisture in skin and it works synergistically with Super Collagen 1&3 to improve the overall appearance of the skin by functioning as a lubricant in the skin's collagen matrix. HA is also beneficial for joint and eye lubrication and assists in cell turnover.

Take 2 to 4 chews daily.