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Collagen-Boosting Formulas: Six Brands Leading the Charge

other · 2026-08-17

Since 2014, collagen supplements have surged in popularity, with the term 'collagen' being searched approximately 23 million times each month. This crucial structural protein constitutes 30% of the body's protein and plays a vital role in maintaining skin, joints, bones, and hair; however, its production decreases by 1% each year starting in early adulthood. Dr. Marko Lens from Zelens created a skincare-focused formula featuring high-polyphenol capers, leading to a serum that boosts collagen production by 600%. Elle Sera's Liposomal Tripeptide Collagen employs a delivery system for better absorption, while Vida Glow provides marine collagen sachets. What's That Patch combines amino acids with tremella mushroom in its Collagen Pro Patches, and Ancient + Brave's True Collagen powder enhances skin elasticity, complemented by Reformed's collagen drinks with additional ingredients.

Key facts

  • Collagen is searched about 23 million times monthly.
  • Collagen makes up around 30% of all protein in the body.
  • Collagen production decreases by 1% a year from early adulthood.
  • Dr Marko Lens founded Zelens and developed a serum that increased collagen production by 600% in testing.
  • Elle Sera uses liposomal delivery to allow absorption of amino acids under 500 daltons.
  • Vida Glow offers marine collagen sachets with three grams of hydrolysed peptides.
  • What's That Patch uses patches with molecules under 500 daltons for transdermal delivery.
  • Ancient + Brave's True Collagen powder provides nearly 10 grams of bovine collagen per serving.
  • Reformed offers collagen drinks with matcha or coffee, containing 10 or 5 grams of collagen per serving respectively.

Entities

Artists

  • Dr Marko Lens
  • Ellisa Corrigan

Institutions

  • Zelens
  • Elle Sera
  • Vida Glow
  • What's That Patch
  • Ancient + Brave
  • Reformed

Locations

  • Marylebone
  • Pantelleria
  • Italy
  • Madonie mountains

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