Are You Taking the Right Collagen? Here’s What Every Woman Needs to Know

Collagen is everywhere right now—and for good reason. Smoother skin, stronger joints, healthier hair… the benefits are undeniable. But with so many different types on the market, how do you know which collagen supplement is actually right for you?

Start With This One Important Question

Before choosing a collagen supplement, ask yourself: Why am I taking collagen?

Whether it’s for beauty, joint support, or overall vitality, your goals determine the best collagen type—and the right product becomes clear.

The Truth About Collagen (That Most People Don’t Know)

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. It acts like scaffolding—holding your skin, joints, muscles, and bones together. But from age 25, natural collagen production drops by about 1% to 1.5% every year. By your mid-40s, you could have lost up to 30%.

Common signs of collagen loss:          

• Wrinkles deepen

• Skin loses elasticity      

• Hair becomes finer

• Joints ache

• Bone density declines

Types of Collagen—And Which One You Really Need

Type I Collagen
Found in: Skin, bones, tendons, teeth
Benefits: Improves skin smoothness, hair strength, and nail health

Type II Collagen
Found in: Cartilage and joints
Benefits: Supports mobility and joint function
Only effective when sourced from bovine collagen like Fortigel®

Type III Collagen
Found in: Muscles, artery walls, intestines
Benefits: Repairs muscle tissue post-exercise and supports skin alongside Type I

Why Choose Proto-col?

Proto-col is the only brand backed by the International Collagen Research Institute (CRI). Our collagen peptides are clinically proven, globally sourced, and expertly formulated for real, visible results.

The Game-Changer: Verisol® B

Verisol® B is a bioactive peptide that blends Type I and Type III collagen in the ideal ratio. It also mimics Type II benefits—supporting skin, joints, and connective tissue in one formula.

Clinically proven results (EFSA-approved):

• +15% increase in skin elasticity in 8 weeks

• -20% reduction in eye wrinkle volume in 8 weeks

• +65% increase in Procollagen I and +18% in Elastin

Source: Skin Pharmacol Physiol, 2013

How to Choose the Right Proto-col Collagen Product

Product	Type I	Type II	Type III	Added Nutrients	Ideal For
Pure Collagen 120 Capsules	✅	✔️ Optimised	✅	❌	Skin, hair, nails (2500mg Verisol B)
Complete Collagen	✅	✔️ Optimised	✅	✅	Targeting Body recovery and repair connective tissue. Plus skins, hair and nails.  (3000mg Verisol B + 5000mg Fortigel®)
Marine Beauty Collagen	✅	❌	❌	✅	Beauty boost with double clinical dose of (10,000mg Verisol F)
Bovine Beauty Collagen	✅	✔️ Optimised	✅	✅	Age-defying skin & tissue support . Added vitamins. (10,000mg Verisol B)
Marine Radiance	✅	❌	❌	✅	Skin, hair and nails. Radiance support with 2500mg marine collagen
Bovine Beauty Radiance	✅	✔️ Optimised	✅	✅	Clinical dose for skin, hair, and nails (2500mg Verisol B)
Osteo+	❌	✅ Fortigel®	❌	✅	Joint pain, cartilage, and bone support

Osteo+ – Scientifically Formulated for Joint Health and Ageing Support

Osteo+ is specifically designed to address the signs of the ageing process. With 3,000mg of FORTIGEL® collagen, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, Chondroitin, and Glucosamine, this advanced joint health supplement helps ease discomfort, support cartilage repair, and reduce long-term inflammation. It also contributes to improved bone density and overall joint mobility.

Collagen’s Secret Weapon: Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid holds up to 1,000x its weight in water—plumping skin from within. Proto-col blends this with collagen peptides to supercharge hydration, bounce, and elasticity.

Key Beauty-Boosting Nutrients in Proto-col Collagen

• Biotin – Supports healthy skin, energy, and vitality

• Copper – Aids connective tissue and immune function

• Vitamin B6 – Reduces fatigue and boosts immunity

• Vitamin C – Essential for collagen formation

• Vitamin D – Supports bones, teeth, immunity, and muscle function

• Vitamin E – Powerful antioxidant

• Zinc – Enhances hair health

Ready to Glow From Within?

Now that you know the facts, you can choose your perfect collagen supplement with confidence. If you’re just starting out, begin with Verisol® B—the only collagen with EFSA-approved beauty claims and results you can see in just weeks.

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