There has been a huge rise in the use of nutraceuticals over the last five years.1 Collagen supplementation has been particularly popular,2 and we are seeing an increase in patient interest due to media and raised awareness and usage of lifestyle supplements. The use of supplements remains somewhat controversial given the lack of regulation regarding over-the-counter supplements and the quantity and quality of ingredients.2 There’s also the question: do they actually work?
As more evidence begins to emerge supporting the use of supplementation, more practitioners are using a holistic approach and combining non-surgical treatments with cosmeceutical skincare products and nutraceutical supplements to give optimum results for patients.
At the time of writing this article I did not use, nor recommend, any collagen supplements in my practice. Despite being asked by my patients on a regular basis if I recommend collagen…
