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Are Collagen Supplements the Secret to Younger-Looking Skin?Experts weigh in on whether this beauty trend is legit -- or all hype |
These days, it seems like everyone and their mother are tweeting about some natural supplement that has cured their [insert health issue here]. And when it comes to skin, the supplement of the moment just so happens to be collagen. Collagen supplements have become ridiculously popular among the wellness set and regular folks alike, as they're touted to smooth out wrinkles and boost your complexion's radiance. Sounds pretty sweet, right?
Of course, oftentimes these types of products are too good to be true, with nary a study in sight confirming their efficacy. (Seriously, how can anything be that easy?!) So, we asked three experts -- a derm, a nutritionist, and a cosmetic chemist -- to weigh in on the collagen supplement trend. Keep reading to learn everything you've ever wanted to know about collagen -- and whether or not collagen supplements are actually your ticket to healthier skin.
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Of course, oftentimes these types of products are too good to be true, with nary a study in sight confirming their efficacy. (Seriously, how can anything be that easy?!) So, we asked three experts -- a derm, a nutritionist, and a cosmetic chemist -- to weigh in on the collagen supplement trend. Keep reading to learn everything you've ever wanted to know about collagen -- and whether or not collagen supplements are actually your ticket to healthier skin.
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SEE NEXT PAGE: What Is Collagen, Anyway?