If it's true that beauty comes from within — then can anti-aging start there too? According to Dr. Alexander Schauss, one of the nation's foremost experts on skin aging, the answer is... maybe.
According to his research study, the daily use of the dietary ingredient BioCell collagen can visibly reduce facial lines and crow's feet wrinkles, while also boosting skin elasticity — and this is all by taking a pill. You read that right — an anti-aging pill!
So what is BioCell collagen? What does exactly does it do? Can it be too good tor be true? Let's find out — I spoke with Dr. Schauss to get you all the deets!
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What is BioCell Collagen?
BioCell Collagen is actually a dietary supplement that is made up of Type 2 hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate to promote active joints, youthful-looking skin, and healthy connective tissues.
BioCell Collagen works from the inside out to improve the skin — and joints! — while also offering multidimensional skin nutrition and support. Type 2 collagen — aka the one used in BioCell — makes up 95 percent of the collagen in the skin and joints. Collagen, in addition to hyaluronic acid, occur naturally in our bodies. As we age, both of these ingredients decrease, which in turn affects the youthfulness of our skin. An increase of both can improve and prevent signs of aging to keep you skin looking youthful... hence the popularization of supplements like this one.
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So, does BioCell Collagen actually work?
Dr. Schauss' study on BioCell Collagen says yes! The study reported visibly reduced signs of skin aging in just 12 weeks of daily use. Clinical trials further found improvement in signs of aging with increased skin elasticity, reduction of crow's feet, improvement of fine lines and wrinkles by 80 percent and a measurable increase in skin collagen by 12 percent.
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Is BioCell Collagen safe?
BioCell Collagen is a clinically tested dietary ingredient, and Dr. Schauss' study evaluated the its use among 128 women, aged 39-59, with no reported adverse reactions. Suhail Ishaq, president of BioCell Technology said, "[Our study] supports the efficacy and safety of BioCell Collagen as a key component to a healthy aging routine." Dr. Schauss adds, "This landmark research is especially encouraging for women who are seeking safe and effective options for meeting their skin health and appearance goals." It's actually been one of the most substantial studies of a skin health supplement ever conducted.
