The formula and active ingredients

As a natural compound produced by the human body, the Hyaluronic acid has three main functions: to protect the cartilage between the joints from mechanical deterioration, keep it hydrated and to control cell migration. It also plays an important role in stimulating immune responses and reducing the need for antibiotics by helping the white cells combat several types of infections. However, as the human body continues to age, the amount of Hyaluronic acid naturally produced in the body decreases and this is where its synthetic preparations come into play.

Thanks to its multiple benefits in various branches of medicine, cosmetic and plastic surgery some have went as far as calling it “the key to the fountain of youth”. Hyaluronic acid is primary used to increase mobility of the joints, clear eye vision, combat signs of aging such as wrinkles, relief fibromyalgia and to help wounds heal faster. It is also used as a secondary adjuvant in cases of tissue reconstruction, male sexual dysfunctions and sleeping disorders.

Other known properties of Hyaluronic acid are to keep the skin hydrated and to improve bone density and muscle strength.

Each 30ml cup of Collagen Extra® provides 50mg Hyaluronic acid.

Vitamin C

The beauty industry has long known that vitamin C is vital for good skin. The nutrient helps form collagen and elastin (essential to keep the skin looking plump, taut and young) as well as acting as an antioxidant to protect us from the harsh effects of the environment, such as UV rays, pollution and a bad diet.
Scientists have also found that vitamin C is not only an essential building block of skin-plumping collagen and elastin, but it actually kick-starts the body into producing more of these proteins — making it a potent anti-ager.

Vitamin B complex (B1,B2,B5,B6)

Each B vitamin is essential to certain bodily functions: B1 and B2 are important for healthy functioning of the muscles, nerves, and heart, B5 is required for normal growth and development, B6 supports the immune system and aids the body in breaking down protein. B vitamins help the body to produce energy and form red blood cells.

Minerals

Magnesium is an essential mineral required for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Multiple health benefits of magnesium include the formation of healthy bones and teeth.  Magnesium aids in the absorption of calcium by the body and boosts the bio-availability of vitamin B6.