Marine collagen - HAIR & NAILS formula

A POWDER FORMULA REINFORCED WITH EXCELLENCE FOR HAIR AND NAILS

• Reduce inflammation, boost collagen synthesis in the scalp, nourish and moisturise
• Improve hair production and health

1. MARINE COLLAGEN

A PURE AND NATURAL FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENT

Collagen was naturally consumed by our ancestors, who fed more on the parts of animals containing the most collagen, such as skin, cartilage and bones. Collagen is compatible with a paleo-friendly diet.

Ithas always been used in Japan, where it is recognised as being particularly biocompatible or bioactive, as well as being highly bioavailable.

• It consists of proteins in the form of hydrolysed peptides (enzymatic hydrolysis) bioactive natural marine collagen from a sustainable development approach (ASC Aquaculture Stewardship Council, BAP Best Aquaculture Practice, and MSC sustainable fishing labels).
• Molecular weight less than 4 kilodaltons (kDa). This is a low molecular weight, optimised for maximum assimilation and improved biological efficacy (bio-active peptides). In comparison, collagen before hydrolysis has a molecular weight of 300 kDa.
• Particularly rich in amino acids - glycine, proline and hydroxyproline - which make up the majority of collagen in connective tissue (cartilage, bone, muscle, gums, skin, etc.), and also in the scalp.
• Also rich in glutamine , a major constituent of proteins.
• Keratin, a protein naturally present in the hair (hair shaft) and nails to strengthen fibres and add shine, is manufactured in the hair follicle from amino acids found in collagen, such as glycine and glutamine, as well as arginine, serine and threonine.
• Non-GMO - Fat free - Carbohydrate and sugar free - Preservative free
• No ionisation treatment - No radioactivity
• Rigorous manufacturing standards - Quality in compliance with ISO 9001 - ISO 22000
• Halal certification
• 100% fish origin: no BSE risk for bovine collagen, no bird flu risk for chicken collagen
• The peptide form is derived from natural collagen cut to provide smaller pieces (enzymatic hydrolysis) and therefore more easily digested
• Neutraltaste with no aftertaste
• AVOID MIXING WITH A PRODUCT THAT IS TOO HOT - AVOID COOKING
• Protein intakes may be insufficient and/or requirements may be increased in the following cases: advancing age (from 35-40 years), sport, etc.

Good to know:

• Collagen is a component naturally present in the body (muscles, bones, tendons, cartilage, skin, etc.) where it plays a major role in support and/or elasticity. Collagen amino acids are also precursors of proteins such as keratin, the main constituent of hair and nails.
• From the age of 25, collagen production in humans declines by 1.5% per year.
• By the age of 45, the body produces around 1/3 less collagen.
• Today 's diet - sometimes unbalanced, too industrial, preference for lean meat without bone or cartilage - tends towards a lower consumption of external collagen.

Studies and scientific evidence :

• Supplementation with 5g/day of bioactive fish collagen peptides was carried out for 12 to 14 weeks.
• Significant results were observed as early as 6 weeks on various functions

It has a nourishing action "from the inside": it can therefore be used as a complement to a topical solution (e.g. scalp care), whose effect is necessarily limited when applied to the skin because the skin barrier prevents the absorption of active ingredients considered foreign to the body. On the other hand, when we drink or ingest collagen, most of it is absorbed by the intestinal walls and properly used to moisturise and nourish the scalp so that it performs better.

The amino acids in collagen peptides are also precursors of keratin, the main protein found in hair.

Roles and functions of collagen in hair :

2. STINGING NETTLE

A TREASURE TROVE OF HAIR-REPLENISHING VIRTUES

This plant, which we avoid in the wild because of its stinging properties, is nonetheless packed with components of particular interest for healthy hair. They are also traditionally used as cosmetic ingredients in shampoos.

Traditionally used for 2000 years, stinging nettle powder - which has no taste or stinging properties - is renowned for being :

• rich in minerals and trace elements: calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, sulphur, zinc, manganese, copper and selenium
• rich in silica (water-soluble form of the mineral silicon transformed by the plant)
  
• rich in vitamins A, C and group B

Thanks to its richness, stinging nettle powder is recognised for being :

• remineralising and soothing
• toning and firming
• regenerating and revitalising

Good to know - Stinging Nettle:

• Helps strengthen hair to restore its natural beauty
• Helps combat hair loss
• Helps regulate sebum (for oily hair) and soothe the scalp (particularly in the case of dandruff)
• Helps strengthen brittle nails by providing strength and resilience
• It also regulates the seborrhoeic function of the skin (blemished skin) and stimulates the kidney's elimination function.
  

3. EGGSHELL MEMBRANE

A 100% NATURAL COMPLEX, IDEALLY MICRO-DOSED WITH ACTIVE INGREDIENTS, IN PARTICULAR KERATIN.

An unrivalled synergy of action, as eggshell membrane naturally contains many of the essential components of our tissues: collagen + elastin + hyaluronic acid + glucosamine + chondroitin + keratin.

• Egg membrane powder comes from the so-called inner and outer shell membranes of the egg. This double membrane lies between the egg white and the shell. Both very resistant and very extensible, this membrane acts as a barrier, protecting the inside of the egg from bacterial attack.
• Eggshell membrane is naturally rich in elements that are beneficial to health.
• Its composition, rich in collagen, chondroitin sulphate, hyaluronic acid and glucosamine, makes it an interesting and promising ingredient for the growth of cartilage and joints, the quality of the skin and also the quality of hair and nails (rich in keratin and keratin precursor amino acids).
• The egg membrane is mainly made up of proteins (90% minimum), which in turn are made up of amino acids
  > 13% sulphur amino acids,
  > 38% essential amino acids (not synthesised by the body),
  > 15% branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, valine),
• Chicken egg origin only
• Guaranteed Fipronil-free
• Non-GMO - Fat free - Carbohydrate and sugar free - Preservative free
• No ionisation treatment - No radioactivity
• Rigorous manufacturing standards - Quality in compliance with ISO 9001 - ISO 22000
• Halal certification
• Guaranteed GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe)

Good to know:

• Egg membrane powder comes from the so-called inner and outer shell membranes of the egg. This double membrane lies between the egg white and the shell. Both highly resistant and highly extensible, this membrane acts as a barrier, protecting the inside of the egg from bacterial attack.
• The eggshell membrane is rich in natural components - elastin, hyaluronic acid, glucosamine and chondroitin - which act in synergy with each other, forming a complex composition without equal.
• The membrane also contains around 400 other proteins, including keratin, a major component of hair and produced in the hair follicle.
• Although present in small quantities, they act in synergy to form a complex set of proteins that is far more effective than the same proteins taken separately (even in very large quantities). This is mainly due to the very nature of the eggshell membrane and its native character.

Scientific studies and evidence :

• After 45 to 50 days, the effects obtained with eggshell membrane are far superior to the placebo effect.
• HAIR: studies have shown that supplementing with 300mg of eggshell membrane improves hair hydration (56%), hair shine (56%) and hair thickness (44%).
• NAILS: studies have also shown that supplementation with 300mg of eggshell membrane improves nail hardness (61%), nail growth (50%) and the general condition of the nails (50%).
• Despite the current lack of clinical data concerning sensitive, damaged or problematic skin (acne, eczema, sporiasis, etc.), it should be emphasised that collagen could indeed have significant beneficial effects thanks to its reparative action, as could eggshell, which could help repair damaged tissue and hydrate the skin (presence of hyaluronic acid), and which also has a powerful natural anti-inflammatory action (presence of proteins and anti-inflammatory factors).

4. VITAMIN B8 (BIOTIN)

THE 'BEAUTY' VITAMIN PAR EXCELLENCE FOR HAIR AND NAILS

Like most B-group vitamins, Biotin or vitamin B8 plays an essential role in the production of energy from proteins, carbohydrates and lipids in the diet, as well as in the synthesis of fatty acids and amino acids.

It is particularly active in the renewal of hair, nail and skin cells. It may also be involved in the immune response.

Themain sources of vitamin B8 are offal (poultry liver), brewer's yeast, almonds, walnuts and buckwheat.

Here we have selected buckwheat sprout powder, which is particularly rich in natural vitamin B8.

Its main functions are

• Helps maintain normal hair.

5. VITAMIN C

A VITAMIN TO COMBAT CELL AGEING LINKED TO OXIDATIVE STRESS

It also plays an important role in metabolism and the normal functioning of various biochemical reactions in the body. Not least in the synthesis of collagen!

Vitamin C (or ascorbic acid) is a major vitamin found in fruit and vegetables. Our bodies do not have the capacity to synthesise it, and food is the only way to obtain the necessary and sufficient supply. It is sensitive to cooking and air. It is therefore important to eat fresh fruit and vegetables quickly to retain all their vitamin C content.

Its main benefits are to reduce fatigue, combat oxidation and cell ageing, and strengthen the immune system.

Here we have selected organic acerola powder, a fruit that is particularly rich in natural vitamin C.

Its major functions are

• Helps protect cells against oxidative stress.