Shiny, lustrous hair – that's pretty much the dream, right? Some claims are made about collagen for hair, a protein the body uses to build skin, tendons and ligaments. But how true are those claims? And if collagen really is the answer to beautiful hair, what products should we use? Keep reading to find out.
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Collagen, the most abundant protein found in the human body (accounting for between 25 and 35 percent of all proteins in our bodies), is essentially the glue that holds us together and provides structure to our bones, muscles, skin and tendons. Collagen production is produced naturally by our bodies as we break down dietary proteins into amino acids and plays a major role in the health of our hair, skin and nails.
The problem is that the rate at which we produce collagen naturally decreases as we age (by about 1 percent per year from our mid-20s). In addition, environmental factors such as smoking, pollution and UV light can also break down collagen, causing aging and damage to our hair and skin.
Are you thinking of trying collagen for hair growth? Ranging from everything from edible gummies to powders to add to your morning smoothie; these supplements promise to replenish collagen levels and improve everything from hair to skin and even joints. In fact, according to Nutrition Business Journal, collagen supplements have become so popular in recent years that the market for them is expected to grow to $293 million this year in the US alone.
