Collagen seems to be everywhere right now – in wellness blogs, your best friend’s coffee, and even your skincare routine. You’ve probably spotted it on social media too, with glowing recommendations from the likes of Davina McCall, Fearne Cotton, and Dawn O’Porter.
But what actually is collagen, and why are so many people raving about it?
Why Take Collagen?
Collagen is the body’s most abundant protein, acting like scaffolding for your skin, bones, joints, and gut. But from your mid-20s onwards, your natural production slows down – which is where supplementation comes in. A good collagen routine can support glowing skin, stronger nails, joint flexibility, and even digestive health and hormonal balance. It’s a smart addition for anyone looking to support their body’s foundations from the inside out.
The Beauty + Wellness Benefits
Collagen is linked to hydration, plumpness, and elasticity in the skin - the kind of glow you can’t hide! It’s also rich in glycine, an amino acid that helps calm the nervous system, support gut lining repair, and regulate hormonal function (a big bonus for anyone navigating perimenopause or feeling off-balance).
What to Look For
We’ve chosen Ancient + Brave as our go-to collagen brand here at The Remedy because their integrity shines through. These are clean, thoughtfully formulated blends that tick every box – ethical sourcing, no fillers, and real results. Plus, they’re tasteless which means they slot easily into your daily routines and rituals.
How to Take It
Because they are tasteless, this is a low-effort supplement requiring minimal fuss. Stir your collagen into coffee, matcha, porridge, yoghurt, smoothies and sauces.
Choose your type:
- True Collagen (Bovine): From grass-fed cows = less methane, more benefits
- Wild Collagen (Marine): Sourced from white fish off the Alaskan coast = a by-product, making it zero-waste
- Collagyn (Vegan): Raspberry-flavoured, plant-based, and powered by nutrients that stimulate your body’s own collagen production
Whichever you choose, you’re getting the same glow-boosting, body-supporting results – it just comes down to preference.
Why We Love It at The Remedy
Ancient + Brave reflects our values: sustainable, effective, ethical, and beautiful in every sense. Collagen is more than a celebrity trend, it’s an everyday wellness essential that fits seamlessly into your life. Whether you're supporting your skin, digestion or simply want to feel more nourished from the inside out, this is a daily ritual we genuinely believe in.
Pop into the shop and we’ll happily talk you through which one’s right for you.