Origin: Can be derived from bone broth (made by slowly simmering meaty bones) or from cow hides which are then manufactured into a white powder supplement
Also Known As:
Beef collagen
Beef cartilage
Overview:
Bovine Collagen Peptides is a flavorless and odorless white powder derived from cow hides. This type of collagen peptide is 90 percent similar to types 1 and III collagen found in the human body. This makes it an ideal supplement for supporting the health of skin, hair, nails, muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, gums, teeth, eyes, and blood vessels. It is used in a variety of applications including nutricosmetics, cosmetics, beverages, and sports nutrition.
It has effective moisturizing properties and can improve the appearance of aging and blemished skin as it supplies the skin of collagen. It also has hair conditioning and film-forming properties making it ideal for use on damaged hair.
Suggested Uses:
- Anti aging and moisturizing lotions
- Creams
- Serums
- Sun care and after sun products
- Makeup
- Hair conditioners
- Hair shampoos
- Hair masks
Ideal Concentration Level in Products: 0.2 to 2% added to the water phase of formulas.