Collagen stands as a major structural protein found in the extracellular matrix, constituting the most abundant protein in mammals, comprising about 30% of the body’s total protein content. It serves the crucial role of providing structural integrity, support, and strength to various body parts such as the skin, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments.

Collagen peptides, also known as hydrolyzed collagen, result from breaking down collagen protein through a process called hydrolysis, predominantly achieved using various proteases. These peptides possess an average molecular weight ranging from approximately 500 to 5000 Da, and they exhibit a high level of bioavailability, allowing efficient absorption by the body.

Scientific research has substantiated that supplementing with collagen peptides stimulates the production of collagen within the body. The primary bioactive components responsible for this stimulation include dipeptides, such as proline-hydroxyproline and hydroxyproline-glycine and tripeptides.