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Our marine collagen

Our marine collagen is specially extracted from fish to revitalise your skin, strengthen your joints and regenerate your connective tissue. The fish collagen is tasteless and consists of pure collagen hydrolysate. Our collagen from fish contains no additives and is characterised by its high bioavailability.

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  • Type 1 collagen

    Our marine collagen consists of type 1 collagen, the main component of skin, tendons and bones. Marine collagen therefore not only supports skin elasticity, but also contributes to the health of your joints.

  • Alternative to beef

    Collagen from fish is a first-class alternative to collagen from beef or pork. Fish collagen is ideal for pescetarians and people who are sensitive to animal proteins from pork or beef.

  • Best bioavailability

    Due to its low molecular weight, marine collagen can pass through the intestinal wall particularly quickly and enter the bloodstream. Fish collagen is therefore particularly easily absorbed by the body.

What makes marine collagen from the Kollagen Institut so special?

  • Bioactive peptides vs. simple collagen

    Not all collagen is the same. ‘Simple’ collagen is obtained by hydrolysis as a strand from animal raw material. The special feature of our bioactive collagen peptides is that they are optimised for their physiological properties by so-called ‘enzymatic hydrolysis’. This produces protein fragments or collagen peptides that are optimised to modulate certain physiological processes in the body. In Marine Collagen, the bioactive collagen peptides are specially optimised for beauty applications. They stimulate the skin's metabolism and counteract the loss of the collagen extracellular matrix from the inside out.

  • Clinical studies confirm effectiveness

    The specific effectiveness of marine collagen has been proven by a whole series of clinical studies, including

    - Reduction in wrinkle depth by 32% and wrinkle volume by 23% (study: Proksch et al., 2014)

    - Increase in hair follicle cells (hair thickness) by 31% (study: Oesser, 2020)

    - Increase in nail growth by 12% and reduction in nail fragility by 42% (study: Hexsel et al., 2017)

  • Quality made in Germany

    Our marine collagen is of uncompromising product quality and is produced exclusively in Germany and tested for purity in the laboratory. We deliberately avoid additives, preservatives, colourings, sweeteners and artificial flavourings.

    We are convinced that we offer the best collagen from fish. That's why we offer you the opportunity to take us at our word - with our 30-day money-back guarantee.

  • Study: Reduction of wrinkles and fine lines

    Study: “Oral Intake of Specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides Reduces Skin Wrinkles and Increases Dermal Matrix Synthesis”

    Authors:  E. Proksch, M. Schunck, V. Zague, D. Segger, J. Degwert, S. Oesser

    Published in: Skin Pharmacology and Physiology

    Publication date: December 24, 2013

    Participants: 114 

    Duration: 8 / 12 weeks

    Results and conclusions: The oral intake of specific collagen peptides led to a pronounced, statistically significant reduction in the volume of wrinkles in the eyes and had a positive effect on the synthesis of the dermal matrix. 

    Link: https://t.ly/kREwd

  • Study: Improved skin elasticity

    Study: “Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study”

    Authors: E. Proksch, D. Segger, J. Degwert, M. Schunck, V. Zague, S. Oesser

    Published in: Skin Pharmacology and Physiology

    Publication date: August 2013

    Participants: 69

    Duration: 8 weeks

    Results and conclusions: The study showed a statistically significant improvement in skin elasticity in both collagen hydrolysate dosage groups compared to placebo. After a 4-week follow-up treatment, a statistically significant higher skin elasticity level was observed in the older women.

    Link: https://t.ly/Ilgt8

  • Study: Reduction of cellulite

    Study: “Dietary Supplementation with Specific Collagen Peptides Has a Body Mass Index-Dependent Beneficial Effect on Cellulite Morphology”

    Authors: Michael Schunck, Vivian Zague, Steffen Oesser, Ehrhardt Proksch

    Published in: Journal of Medicinal Food

    Publication date: December 17, 2015

    Participants: 105

    Duration: 6 months

    Results and conclusions: The study showed that regular intake of specific bioactive collagen peptides over a period of 6 months led to a significant improvement in the appearance of the skin in women suffering from moderate cellulite. Treatment with specific bioactive collagen peptides led to a statistically significant reduction in the degree of cellulite and reduced skin rippling on the thighs in women of normal weight. In addition, skin density was significantly improved compared to placebo.

    Link: https://t.ly/h-hKc

  • Study: Increased hair thickness

    Study: “The oral intake of specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides has a positive effect on hair thickness”

    Authors: Steffen Oesser

    Published in: Nutrafoods

    Publication date: April 2020

    Participants: 44

    Duration: 16 weeks

    Results and conclusions: The study showed a statistically significant increase (+31%) in the cell profiling rate of hair follicle cells and a statistically significant increase in hair thickness compared to the placebo group.

    Link: https://t.ly/9ctfK

  • Study: Improved nail health

    Study: “Oral supplementation with specific bioactive collagen peptides improves nail growth and reduces symptoms of brittle nails”

    Authors: Doris Hexsel, Vivian Zague, Michael Schunck, Carolina Siega, Fernanda O. Camozzato, Steffen Oesser

    Published in: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology

    Publication date: August 2017

    Participants: 25

    Duration: 24 / 28 weeks

    Results and conclusions: The study showed a 12% increase in nail growth rate and a 42% decrease in the incidence of broken nails compared to the control group. In addition, 64% of participants achieved an overall clinical improvement in brittle nails and 88% of participants experienced an improvement 4 weeks after treatment.

    Link: https://t.ly/x1tRB

Our marine collagen products

Would you like to find out more about marine collagen? Here you go:

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Fish collagen: The 10 biggest myths

Fish collagen stinks and tastes like fish? Fish collagen is less effective than bovine collagen? Marine collagen only helps skin health? What is fact, what is fiction? We debunk the ten biggest myths surrounding marine collagen and explain the key properties and benefits of fish collagen for your health and beauty.

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All the benefits of fish collagen

What is marine collagen? Find out everything you need to know about marine collagen, such as the production of fish collagen, the special features and differences between marine collagen and other types of collagen and how you can incorporate collagen from fish into your everyday life with collagen products and a healthy diet. Discover all the benefits of fish collagen for your health and beauty.

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Fish collagen or fish oil?

The big comparison! Fish collagen and fish oil are two popular dietary supplements. We look at the specific benefits of marine collagen and fish oil for your health and when it makes sense for you to take fish collagen and/or fish oil as a supplement to boost your health.

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Marine collagen: superfood for your gut health

Fish collagen is known for its effect on skin, hair and nails. But marine collagen can do more: in this article you will learn how collagen from fish can help your intestinal health. Learn about the connection between marine collagen and intestinal mucosa, nutrient absorption and stomach acid regulation. Find out how you can optimally combine marine collagen as a dietary supplement with food to promote your intestinal health.

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Marine collagen & wound healing

What role does marine collagen play in wound healing and tissue repair in the human body? Fish collagen can be a useful supplement in wound healing and tissue repair. We discuss the specific mechanisms of action of fish collagen in wound healing and the study situation and give an outlook on commercial applications and future research on fish collagen and wound healing.

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Overdosage of fish collagen

Is it possible to overdose on marine collagen? How can you recognise a possible overdose? What to do in the event of an overdose? Fish collagen is an effective and safe dietary supplement. However, if you do not follow the dosage instructions, an overdose can occur. In this article we explain the symptoms, treatment approaches and precautionary measures. We also present alternatives to fish collagen.

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Marine collagen vs bovine collagen

Which is better? Collagen from fish or collagen from cattle? We present the collagen types marine collagen and bovine collagen and explain the similarities and differences between marine collagen and bovine collagen for the health of your skin, hair, nails, bones and joints. Find out which collagen is suitable for you and which dietary supplement makes sense.

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FAQs about marine collagen

What is marine collagen?

Marine collagen is a natural source of protein extracted from the skin scales of fish and other marine organisms. It is often used as a dietary supplement as it is rich in amino acids, which are important for the formation of collagen in the human body. Taking marine collagen is said to improve skin elasticity, strengthen joints and promote the health of hair and nails.

Is marine collagen as good as bovine collagen?

Marine collagen is obtained from fish. It differs from other types of collagen due to its smaller molecular size and lower weight. As a result, it has a high bioavailability and can be easily absorbed by the body. Marine collagen can therefore penetrate deep into the skin and effectively improve skin elasticity and moisture.

Why add collagen?

The body's own collagen production decreases with age. On average, from the age of 25, the amount of collagen in the skin decreases by almost 2% per year. At the age of 60, most people have around 80% less collagen in their skin than at the age of 25.

Why take Kollagen Institut collagen?

Our product is natural, of the highest quality and with real effectiveness - scientifically proven.

How quickly will I see the first results?

This depends on a number of factors, including age, health, metabolism and regularity of use. Some customers see improvements within a few weeks, while others see slow and steady progress over months. In either case, regularity of intake is the key to success.

How do I take marine collagen?

Marine collagen powder: For daily use, we recommend mixing the collagen into your favourite drink.

Marine collagen capsules: For daily use, we recommend taking the recommended daily dosage with meals with a large glass of liquid.