Started for sleep, got amazing skin instead!
So I started taking these collagen gummies about a month ago, hoping they'd help me sleep better (I read somewhere that glycine helps). Honestly, my sleep is maybe a tiny bit better, but the real shocker? My skin looks incredible! Like, people are asking if I got a facial or something. Anyone else experience this? Is the collagen doing this?
OMG yes! Same thing happened to me when I started taking them for joint pain (night shift + age = creaky knees lol). I didn't notice a huge difference in my joints, but my skin got all plump and glowy. I think the collagen really works for skin elasticity. Keep taking them, you'll probably see even more benefits!
That's a common side effect actually! Collagen peptides are great for skin because they boost your body's own collagen production. The sleep thing might be from the glycine, but it doesn't work for everyone. Some people get better results with magnesium for sleep. Glad you found a bonus though!
Thanks guys! DewyDaphne, how long did it take for your skin to get that glowy look? I'm a month in and seeing changes but not sure if it's placebo. Also, do you take them with vitamin C? I heard that helps absorption.
Not the person you asked, but yes! Vitamin C is a cofactor for collagen synthesis. Taking them together can boost results. I like to take mine with a little orange juice or a vitamin C gummy. And give it at least 2-3 months for full effects. Consistency is key!